Retu Saxena, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Retu Saxena is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Minneapolis, MN with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Retu Saxena, MD has practiced internal medicine for 27+ years, working in group practice. A University of Minnesota Medical School graduate since 1999, she brings 27+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
800 E 28th St Ste H2100, Minneapolis, MN 55407-3723
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.6%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
856
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
537
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,724
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.07M
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 (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · Aug 14, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
Po Box 206, Minneapolis, MN 55480-0206
Differs from practice location
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Retu Saxena
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Retu Saxena for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Minneapolis 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 Retu Saxena
NPI records show Dr. Saxena as active with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (613) 286-3390.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Retu Saxena
Practice Location
800 E 28th St Ste H2100, Minneapolis, MN 55407-3723
Mailing Address
Po Box 206, Minneapolis, MN 55480-0206
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