Paul O. Michels, MD

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

Also practices: NEUROLOGY

(281) 281-3940Crookston, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Paul O. Michels, MD runs an independent psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Crookston, MN. Trained at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (class of 1996), he has been practicing for over 30 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have mood disorders, depression, and anxiety.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 290 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in MNSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Crookston30+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 2976dNPPES updated 2018-03-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

603 Bruce St, Crookston, MN 56716-2914

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

94%

Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.2 pts)

Better than 85% of reporting doctors in Minnesota

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

Medicare Patients

154

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

267

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

8,688

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.16M

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 Mood Disorders, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+21%)53%

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

US avg: 31.8%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+19%)53%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

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

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-21%)49%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-22%)48%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here

Bipolar Disorder
36%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Schizophrenia
31%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

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

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 · 1996

    University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

  2. 30 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.

Taxonomy: 2084P0800X

Education & Training

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1996)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

4262 Blue Diamond Rd # 102-378, Las Vegas, NV 89139-7789

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Paul O. Michels

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Paul O. Michels for mood disorder follow-ups, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Crookston 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 Paul O. Michels

NPI records show Dr. Michels as active with telehealth listed in Crookston, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (281) 281-3940.

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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