DARREN RONALD CHIHOS MD
NPI 1427011857
Hospitalist in St Cloud, MN

Q: What is Darren Chihos's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Chihos is 1427011857. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2006.

Q: What is Darren Chihos's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darren Chihos was last updated on October 30, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since April 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC, ST CLOUD, MN 56303(320) 251-2700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

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About Darren Ronald Chihos Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DARREN RONALD CHIHOS MD (NPI 1427011857) is an individual hospitalist provider in St Cloud, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (48257) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Alomere Health, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427011857

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208M00000X

Provider Legal NameDARREN RONALD CHIHOSCredential: MD

Location Address1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINICSt Cloud, MN 56303-2735

Mailing Address1200 Sixth Ave N, Centracare ClinicSt Cloud, MN 56303-2735 · (320) 251-2700

Phone(320) 251-2700

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000

Enumeration DateApril 7, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 2015

✔ NPI 1427011857 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208M00000X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 48257

Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 48257 (MN)

1200 SIXTH AVE N, St Cloud, MN 56303

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PIN110011521MN

Medicare UPINI54019

Medicaid455424800MN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Darren Ronald Chihos Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID244243269

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060717000123

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

122 services119 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

76 services75 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Alomere Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Alexandria, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number240030

Location111 17th Avenue EastAlexandria, MN 56308 · Douglas County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Cloud Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Cloud, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240036

Location1406 6th Ave NorthSaint Cloud, MN 56303 · Stearns County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Brainerd, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240075

Location523 North 3rd StreetBrainerd, MN 56401 · Crow Wing County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Centracare- Rice Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Willmar, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number240088

Location301 Becker Ave SWWillmar, MN 56201 · Kandiyohi County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Centracare Health Paynesville Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Paynesville, MN

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number241349

Location200 1st Street WestPaynesville, MN 56362 · Stearns County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 56303 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$127.61 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$98.61 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. DAVID G BENDITT MD

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 252-5131

TROY A PAYNE MD

Internal Medicine (Sleep Medicine)

1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRA CARE CLINIC
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 251-0726

DR. CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM WIELAND MD

Hospitalist

1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 251-2700

COURTNEY LYNN BREVER PA-C

Physician Assistant

1200 SIXTH AVE N
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 656-7020

ALYSSA MARIE MONSON RD LD

Dietitian, Registered

1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 252-3342

DR. JESSIE LEE KERNS ROSKE MD

Hospitalist

1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 251-2700

PAUL L MAREK MD, FHM

Hospitalist

1200 SIXTH AVE N
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 251-2700

DR. JEFFREY S GERDES MD

Neurological Surgery

1200 SIXTH AVE N, CENTRACARE CLINIC RIVER CAMPUS/NEROSURGERY
ST CLOUD, MN 56303

Stearns County (320) 259-1405

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Darren Chihos's NPI number?

The NPI number for Darren Chihos is 1427011857. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2006.

Where is Darren Chihos located?

Darren Chihos practices at 1200 Sixth Ave N Centracare Clinic, St Cloud, MN 56303. The listed phone number is (320) 251-2700.

What is Darren Chihos's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Darren Chihos enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Darren Chihos is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Darren Chihos accept?

Health plans from Medica list Darren Chihos as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Darren Chihos affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Darren Chihos is affiliated with Alomere Health, St Cloud Hospital, Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center, Centracare- Rice Memorial Hospital and Centracare Health Paynesville Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Darren Chihos was last updated on October 30, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.