Summary

Dr. Darren Chihos is a family medicine physician who also practices internal medicine and hospital medicine. He completed his medical education at Rheinisch-Westfaelische Technische Hochschule Aachen Medizinische Fakultaet in Germany before pursuing his residency training at Kettering Medical Center. With 26 years of clinical experience, Dr. Chihos brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Chinese.

Dr. Chihos is affiliated with Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Saint Cloud and Saint Paul. His clinical expertise includes managing chronic kidney disease, including advanced stage 5 cases that require specialized care. He also provides treatment for tobacco use disorder, helping patients overcome nicotine addiction. Dr. Chihos is trained in therapeutic hypothermia, a specialized procedure used in critical care situations. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2
  • 26 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English
  • Kettering Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Darren Ronald Chihos has 3 locations

Centracare Clinic River Campus

1200 6th Ave NSaint Cloud, MN 56303
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Centracare Saint Cloud Hospital

1406 6th Ave NSaint Cloud, MN 56303

M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital

45 10th St WSaint Paul, MN 55102

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26 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Saint Cloud , MNRichfield , MNOrlando , FLLawrenceville , GA
Med School: Rheinisch-Westfaelische Technische Hochschule Aachen Medizinische Fakultaet Med School: University of Minnesota School of Nursing DNP Program - Minneapolis, MN Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darren Ronald Chihos

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Darren Ronald Chihos has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Darren Ronald Chihos has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Darren Ronald Chihos holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kettering Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Rheinisch-Westfaelische Technische Hochschule Aachen Medizinische Fakultaet in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Chihos' NPI number is 1427011857.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Darren Chihos's office located?
Dr. Darren Chihos's office is located at 1200 6th Ave N, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303.
Does Dr. Darren Chihos accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Darren Chihos accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Darren Chihos speak?
Dr. Darren Chihos speaks Chinese and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Darren Chihos affiliated with?
Dr. Darren Chihos is affiliated with Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center.
Does Dr. Darren Chihos accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Darren Chihos has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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