Joel Stuart Giffin, D.O.

Family Medicine

Joel Stuart Giffin is a Family Medicine specialist based in Saint Paul, MN with over 15 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(651) 241-1001Saint Paul, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across MN can see Joel Stuart Giffin, D.O. in person in Saint Paul or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 765 Family Medicine providers in MNSee all Family Medicine in Saint Paul15+ years experienceNPI since 2011

Older · 1992dNPPES updated 2020-12-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

333 Smith Ave N Ste 4640, Saint Paul, MN 55102-2344

Fax: (651) 241-1116
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Mood Disorders.

Hypertension
70%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%
High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-18%)52%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
46%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-6%)43%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+5%)37%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
34%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%
Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%
GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2011

    West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

  2. Board certified · Dec 7, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 15 years in practice

    Experienced

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2011)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2925 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321

Differs from practice location

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Joel Stuart Giffin

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Joel Stuart Giffin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Saint Paul required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joel Stuart Giffin

Dr. Giffin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 241-1001.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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