Location: Minneapolis

Pain Management, Dermatology & Orthopedic Doctors in Minneapolis, MN

The Minneapolis–St. Paul metro is served by Hennepin Healthcare, M Health Fairview, Allina Health, HealthPartners, and Children’s Minnesota, with Mayo Clinic in Rochester about 90 minutes south.

This Minneapolis hub is being built out as Twin Cities practices join the directory. It covers Minnesota’s no-fault auto system, MinnesotaCare, and the region’s rehabilitation resources such as Courage Kenny.

The Minneapolis hub now also lists dermatology and orthopedic surgery practices, each with a profile for its lead physician; see the specialty sections below.

Featured Providers in the Minneapolis Area

We are currently verifying pain management and regenerative medicine providers in Minneapolis. Listings will appear here as practices are added. Practices can add a listing today.

Pain Management and Regenerative Treatments in Minneapolis

Not sure where to start? These are the treatment categories you can explore for Minneapolis:

• Pain Treatment – Interventional pain physicians who diagnose and treat back, neck, joint, and nerve pain with image-guided injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation.
• Regenerative Medicine – Practices offering orthobiologic treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Many of these treatments are self-pay, so ask for written pricing.
• Recovery & Rehab – Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) and recovery-focused care that helps restore function after injury or surgery.
• Longevity & Wellness – Wellness-oriented and preventive practices that may complement medical pain care.
• Med Spa & Aesthetics – Medical aesthetics and med spa providers listed in the directory.

Dermatologists in Minneapolis

These Minneapolis-area dermatology practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Dermatology listings.

• Market Street Dermatology – lead physician Lynda S. Kauls, MD (275 Market Street Suite 215, Minneapolis, MN 55405)

Orthopedic Surgeons in Minneapolis

These Minneapolis-area orthopedic surgery practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Orthopedic Surgery listings.

• Minneapolis Orthopaedics – lead physician Douglas A. Becker, MD (825 S 8th Street Suite 550, Minneapolis, MN 55404)

How to Choose a Pain Specialist in Minneapolis

Twin Cities care is concentrated in a few integrated systems, so many patients start by checking which system their plan uses. If your pain follows a car accident, Minnesota’s no-fault law means your own policy’s personal injury protection usually pays first. Verify licenses with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.

• State license. Confirm an active license with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice, or search nationally at DocInfo.org (FSMB).
• Board certification. Look for certification in pain medicine, anesthesiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, or a related specialty. You can check it for free at CertificationMatters.org (ABMS).
• Treatment approach. Ask whether the practice uses image guidance (fluoroscopy or ultrasound) for injections and how it combines procedures with physical therapy and non-opioid options.
• Coverage and cost. Confirm network status with your insurer, and get written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

Local Health Care Context: Minneapolis, MN

The Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metropolitan area has an estimated population of 3,790,295 (U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates). Major hospitals and medical centers in the region include:

• Hennepin County Medical Center (Hennepin Healthcare) – Public Level I trauma center in downtown Minneapolis.
• M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center – Academic hospital near the University of Minnesota campus.
• Abbott Northwestern Hospital – Allina Health’s flagship in south Minneapolis.
• Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute – Allina Health rehabilitation network headquartered in Golden Valley.
• Regions Hospital – HealthPartners hospital and Level I trauma center in St. Paul.

Hospital names are provided for local orientation only. These institutions are not affiliated with Specialty Care Near Me, and their inclusion does not mean a listed practice is affiliated with them.

Insurance and coverage notes for Minneapolis

• Minnesota Medicaid program: Minnesota Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare.
• Minnesota is a no-fault auto insurance state, so medical care after a car accident is generally billed first to your own auto policy’s basic economic loss benefits.
• Mayo Clinic’s main campus is in Rochester, about 90 minutes south of the Twin Cities.

Nearby Cities Served

Providers near Minneapolis may also serve these communities. Linked cities already have listings in our directory.

• St. Paul
• Bloomington
• Edina
• Plymouth
• Maple Grove
• Eagan
• Rochester

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Minnesota no-fault cover pain treatment after a crash?

Yes. Minnesota requires personal injury protection, which pays medical expenses regardless of fault up to the policy’s limit. Ask the practice whether it bills auto insurance.

What is MinnesotaCare?

MinnesotaCare is a state health program for residents who earn too much for Medical Assistance but meet income limits. It covers medically necessary specialist care through participating plans.

How can I check a pain doctor’s license in Minnesota?

Search the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice license lookup, or use the national DocInfo.org database from the Federation of State Medical Boards. Board certification can be checked at CertificationMatters.org.

Does Minnesota Medicaid cover pain management?

Minnesota Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare covers medically necessary specialist care, but networks and prior-authorization rules for injections and procedures vary by plan. Call your plan to find in-network pain specialists.

What conditions do pain management doctors in Minneapolis treat?

Pain specialists commonly evaluate and treat chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, arthritis and joint pain, nerve pain such as neuropathy, headaches, and pain after injury or surgery. Each practice’s listing shows the services it reports offering.

How can I check a dermatologist’s credentials in Minneapolis?

Confirm an active license with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice, or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in dermatology can be checked with the American Board of Dermatology (or the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology for DOs).

Does insurance cover dermatology in Minneapolis?

Medically necessary care, such as evaluating a suspicious mole or treating a skin condition, is often covered, while cosmetic treatments usually are not. Coverage and referral rules vary by plan, so check with your insurer and ask the practice for written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

How can I check an orthopedic surgeon’s credentials in Minneapolis?

Confirm an active license with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice, or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in orthopaedic surgery can be checked with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery for DOs).

Do I need a referral to see an orthopedic surgeon in Minneapolis?

It depends on your health plan. Some plans let you book a specialist directly, while others, often HMO plans, require a referral from your primary care doctor. Check with your insurer, and ask the practice what it needs before your first visit.