Nisha Acharya, M.D.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Internal Medicine

Nisha Acharya is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Saint Paul, MN with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(651) 241-5000Saint Paul, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MN can see Nisha Acharya, M.D. in person in Saint Paul or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been in practice for 21+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.53/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 37% of MIPS-scored doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 114 Internal Medicine providers in MNSee all Internal Medicine in Saint Paul21+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 1900dNPPES updated 2021-03-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

225 Smith Ave N Ste 300, Saint Paul, MN 55102

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

MIPS Score

2023

83.53/100

Minnesota avg: 84.7 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

50.4%

Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-32.4 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

400

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

190

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,074

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $601k

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.

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 Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+19%)51%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-5%)44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+21%)43%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+17%)39%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+7%)37%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

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. Board certified · Mar 10, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 21 years in practice

    Experienced

Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Taxonomy: 207RE0101X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2925 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321

Differs from practice location

Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Nisha Acharya

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Nisha Acharya for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Saint 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 Nisha Acharya

Dr. Acharya 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) 241-5000.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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