Michelle E Tomes, MD
Michelle E Tomes is a Family Medicine specialist based in St. Paul, MN with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michelle E Tomes, MD practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in St. Paul, MN. Trained at University of Minnesota Medical School (class of 2003), she has been practicing for over 23 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2281dNPPES updated 2020-05-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
205 S Wabasha St Mail Stop 31300a - Healthpartners St. Paul Clinic, St. Paul, MN 55107-1805
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.77%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.3 pts)
1.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.8%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
93
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
267
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,335
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $328k
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 Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.46 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe 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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · May 5, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
23 years in practice
Experienced
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
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2003)
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S Ms21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michelle E Tomes
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michelle E Tomes for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to St. Paul 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 Michelle E Tomes
Dr. Tomes is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in St. Paul, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 293-8100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michelle E Tomes
Practice Location
205 S Wabasha St Mail Stop 31300a - Healthpartners St. Paul Clinic, St. Paul, MN 55107-1805
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S Ms21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
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