Russell Spingarn, M.D.
Russell Spingarn, M.D. has been part of the White Bear Lake medical community since 2013 in group practice. With 13+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the White Bear Lake area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 39% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2972dNPPES updated 2018-03-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1430 Highway 96 E, White Bear Lake, MN 55110-3653
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 = better3.13%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.13% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.1%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
109
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
305
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,080
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $271k
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 Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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.
13 years in practice
Established
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
Mailing address
Po Box 1309 Ms 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55440-1309
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Russell Spingarn
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Russell Spingarn for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to White Bear Lake 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 Russell Spingarn
NPI records show Dr. Spingarn as active with telehealth listed in White Bear Lake, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 653-2100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Russell Spingarn
Practice Location
1430 Highway 96 E, White Bear Lake, MN 55110-3653
Mailing Address
Po Box 1309 Ms 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55440-1309
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