Lucio R. Minces, M.D.
Infectious Disease Internal Medicine
Lucio R. Minces is an Infectious Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Willmar, MN with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MN can see Lucio R. Minces, M.D. in person in Willmar or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2008 — over 24 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart.
Older · 1152dNPPES updated 2023-03-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
101 Willmar Avenue Sw, Willmar, MN 56201-3591
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better60.9%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-21.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
132
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
64
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
248
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $465k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Mar 27, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.
Taxonomy: 207RI0200X
Virtual Infectious Disease Care With Lucio R. Minces
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lucio R. Minces for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Willmar 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 Lucio R. Minces
Dr. Minces is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Willmar, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (320) 231-5000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lucio R. Minces
Practice Location
101 Willmar Avenue Sw, Willmar, MN 56201-3591
Mailing Address
101 Willmar Avenue Sw, Willmar, MN 56201-3591
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