Kai Adam Tuominen, MD
Obesity Medicine Family Medicine
Kai Adam Tuominen, MD has practiced family medicine for 25+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.63/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 343dNPPES updated 2025-05-28 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2945 Hazelwood St Ste 200, Maplewood, MN 55109-1243
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in Minnesota on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202387.63/100
Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in MinnesotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better65.8%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-17 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
59
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
103
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
409
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $159k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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 Mood Disorders, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.18 / 1.00
Low vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Kai Adam Tuominen, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · May 27, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
25 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Taxonomy: 207QB0002X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
1891 Dayton Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104-5929
Differs from practice location
Virtual Obesity Medicine Care With Kai Adam Tuominen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kai Adam Tuominen for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Maplewood required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kai Adam Tuominen
Dr. Tuominen is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Maplewood, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 471-9400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Kai Adam Tuominen
Practice Location
2945 Hazelwood St Ste 200, Maplewood, MN 55109-1243
Mailing Address
1891 Dayton Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104-5929
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Obesity Medicine Family Medicine in Minnesota
See allJohn T. Beecher, M.D.
Edina, MN
Patrick Michael Lalley, MD
St Cloud, MN
Carolyn J Borow, MD
Saint Paul, MN