What Minnesota Oncology does

Minnesota Oncology is a private, community-based oncology practice founded in 1995 and headquartered in the Twin Cities, Minnesota metropolitan area. The company delivers comprehensive cancer diagnosis and treatment across 14 clinic locations spanning the Twin Cities, greater Minnesota (including Duluth), and western Wisconsin (Hudson), positioning itself as the largest and most experienced cancer treatment provider in the region. Its clinical services span medical oncology (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy), radiation oncology (external beam, IMRT, IGRT, brachytherapy), diagnostic imaging (PET, CT), surgical oncology (breast, colorectal, gynecologic, thoracic), and supportive care including palliative care, oncology nutrition, genetic counseling, and clinical trials. On-site services also include eight COLA-certified laboratories, a fully-licensed oncology retail pharmacy at the Maplewood Cancer Center, and a patient portal powered by NavigatingCare.

The company employs over 100 cancer care experts — including 56 physicians and 58 advanced practice providers — supported by dietitians, genetic counselors, social workers, lab technicians, and therapy animal handlers. The practice maintains multiple accreditations: QOPI certification from ASCO (first achieved December 2014 with subsequent recertifications), ACR accreditation for PET and CT imaging, COLA laboratory accreditation, APEx accreditation for radiation oncology, ACH healthcare accreditation, and HIPAA compliance. Minnesota Oncology is a member of both The US Oncology Network (providing clinical trial access, group purchasing, and operational resources) and the Mayo Clinic Care Network (enabling formal consultation with Mayo specialists). It also operates joint-venture cancer and infusion centers with Ridgeview Medical Center in Chaska and Waconia.

Minnesota Oncology generates revenue through professional services billed to insurance plans across its clinical and supportive care offerings. The go-to-market model is sales-led, driven by physician referrals, oncology liaison outreach to referring providers, and direct appointment requests from patients across the region. The practice does not accept cash payment and bills through insurance reimbursement with payment plans available. As a private practice, financial information is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Minnesota Oncology

Legal name

Minnesota Oncology

Website

https://mnoncology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Minnesota Oncology is a private, community-based oncology practice operating 14 clinic locations across the Twin Cities, greater Minnesota, and western Wisconsin. It delivers comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation therapy, diagnostic imaging, surgery, pharmacy, and supportive services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Paul

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Patient Treatment Services: Revenue generated from providing cancer treatment services including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, pharmacy, and supportive care. Billed through insurance plans and patient payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Minnesota Oncology is a community-based oncology practice that diagnoses and treats cancer and blood disorders across 14 Twin Cities-area clinic locations. Its core offering is direct patient care in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and diagnostic imaging, supported by an on-site pharmacy, clinical trials, genetic counseling, surgical oncology, palliative care, laboratory services, oncology nutrition, and survivorship support. Care is delivered by 56 physicians and 58 advanced practice providers under QOPI-certified quality standards and billed through patient insurance.

Product overview

Minnesota Oncology is a community-based oncology practice offering comprehensive cancer treatment services. The core offering consists of medical oncology (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy), radiation therapy, and diagnostic imaging. These are supported by specialized modules including genetic counseling, clinical trials, on-site pharmacy, palliative care, surgical oncology, laboratory services, nutrition counseling, and patient portal access. The practice operates 14 clinic locations across the Twin Cities metro area and is part of the US Oncology Network and Mayo Clinic Care Network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Medical Oncology Services Comprehensive medical oncology treatment for cancer patients, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy administered by board-certified oncologists. Intended for adults diagnosed with solid tumors and hematologic malignancies.
• Radiation Therapy Advanced radiation oncology services including external beam radiation therapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), and brachytherapy (including HDR at the St. Paul Cancer Center). Intended for cancer patients requiring precise, targeted radiation treatment.
• Diagnostic Imaging On-site diagnostic imaging services including PET scans and CT scans for cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment monitoring. ACR accredited. Intended for cancer patients needing imaging as part of their care plan.
• High-Risk Genetic Evaluation Genetic counseling and testing services that assess cancer risk based on family history and genetic factors, delivered by certified genetic counselors. Includes personalized cancer risk reduction strategies. Intended for patients with a family history of cancer or other hereditary risk factors.
• High-Risk Breast Clinic Specialized clinic providing enhanced surveillance, risk assessment, and preventive care for patients at high risk of developing breast cancer. Intended for patients identified as high risk through family history, genetics, or other factors.
• Clinical Trials Access to clinical research trials offering innovative cancer treatments and therapies under investigation. Provided through the US Oncology Network membership. Intended for cancer patients seeking investigational treatment options.
• Oncology Pharmacy Services On-site retail pharmacy at Maplewood Cancer Center providing oral cancer medications, supportive care drugs, pain management medications, and drug interaction counseling, with mail delivery available. Intended for Minnesota Oncology patients requiring oral oncology medications and supportive care prescriptions.
• Palliative Care Specialized supportive care service focused on symptom management, pain relief, and quality of life for cancer patients at any stage of treatment. Intended for cancer patients experiencing treatment-related or disease-related symptoms.
• Surgical Oncology Cancer surgery services including breast surgery, colon and rectal surgery, gynecologic surgery, and thoracic surgery. Intended for cancer patients requiring surgical intervention as part of their treatment plan.
• Lung Cancer Screening Low-dose CT screening program for early detection of lung cancer in high-risk individuals, such as current or former smokers meeting eligibility criteria. Intended for asymptomatic high-risk patients for preventive screening.
• Laboratory Services Eight on-site clinical laboratories certified by CMS and COLA, providing clinical testing for cancer diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and supportive care. Intended for Minnesota Oncology patients requiring lab work as part of their oncology care.
• Oncology Nutrition Services Oncology nutrition counseling and dietary therapy provided by registered dietitians board-certified in oncology nutrition (CSO). Includes symptom management through nutrition. Intended for cancer patients before, during, and after treatment.
• Patient Portal Online patient portal powered by NavigatingCare enabling patients to access medical records, schedule appointments, and communicate with their care team. Intended for Minnesota Oncology patients and their caregivers.
• Support Services Comprehensive support services including social work resources, support groups, survivorship care, spiritual care, and Reiki therapy. Intended for cancer patients, caregivers, and family members navigating the cancer journey.
• Animal-Assisted Therapy Pet therapy program featuring trained therapy animals to provide emotional support and reduce stress for patients during treatment visits. Intended for cancer patients seeking complementary supportive care.
• Hospital Inpatient Care Hospital-based inpatient oncology care delivered by Minnesota Oncology physicians at partner hospitals. Intended for cancer patients requiring inpatient admission for treatment or complications.
• Second Opinions Oncology second opinion service for patients seeking additional clinical perspective on a cancer diagnosis or treatment plan from Minnesota Oncology specialists. Intended for patients who have received an initial diagnosis elsewhere and want additional expert review.
• Lung Nodule Program Specialized evaluation and surveillance program for incidentally discovered pulmonary nodules, providing follow-up imaging and clinical assessment. Intended for patients with lung nodules identified on imaging.
• Osteoarthritis Low-Dose Radiation Low-dose radiation therapy service for patients with symptomatic osteoarthritis, leveraging existing radiation oncology infrastructure. Intended for osteoarthritis patients seeking non-surgical symptom relief.

Quantifiable outcome

• First achieved QOPI certification in December 2014 with subsequent re-certifications demonstrating sustained quality standards

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Mayo Clinic Care NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMinnesota Oncology is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, providing access to Mayo Clinic resources, expertise, and collaborative care capabilities for enhanced patient treatment
• The US Oncology NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in The US Oncology Network provides access to clinical trials, best practices, group purchasing power, and shared resources across the network of independent oncology practices
• Ridgeview Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture partnership with Ridgeview Medical Center providing Minnesota Oncology & Ridgeview Cancer and Infusion Center locations in Chaska and Waconia
• findhelpsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with America's leading social care network to connect patients with resources including financial assistance, transportation, food pantries, childcare, and counseling services
• Association for Clinical Oncology / American Society of Clinical OncologycoreOthersQOPI Certification Program provides quality standards and certification for outpatient hematology-oncology practices meeting nationally recognized standards for quality cancer care

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Tennessee Oncology: One of the largest independent community oncology practices in the U.S., offering medical oncology, radiation, imaging, pharmacy, and clinical trials across Tennessee. Highly comparable operating model to Minnesota Oncology in scale, multi-site delivery, and US Oncology Network affiliation.
• Compass Oncology: Independent community oncology group in Oregon and Washington providing medical oncology, radiation, surgery, and supportive care. Directly comparable as a multi-site, physician-led community oncology platform.
• Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers: Large community oncology practice operating across Colorado with medical oncology, radiation, infusion, and imaging services. Same independent-practice, multi-clinic, US Oncology Network-affiliated model as Minnesota Oncology.

Broad incumbents

• Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center: NCI-designated academic cancer center based in Rochester, MN — a tertiary referral destination that draws complex oncology cases from Minnesota Oncology's geography. Notable counterpart as Minnesota Oncology's Mayo Clinic Care Network partner.
• City of Hope: NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center operating community oncology sites across Southern California. Comparable as a multi-site oncology provider with research and clinical-trial integration, though at greater scale and academic affiliation.
• Allina Health Cancer Institute: Allina Health's oncology program providing medical oncology, radiation, and infusion across the Twin Cities. Hospital-system competitor in the same geography with 340B drug pricing advantage.
• Park Nicollet Frauenshuh Cancer Center: HealthPartners' flagship oncology program in the Twin Cities offering medical oncology, radiation, and infusion. Direct competitor in the same geography, but operates as part of a broader integrated health system with different reimbursement dynamics.
• M Health Fairview Cancer Care: University-affiliated oncology service line of M Health Fairview operating across the Twin Cities. Competes head-to-head for oncology referrals in the same region but benefits from academic medical center infrastructure and 340B pricing.
• HonorHealth Cancer Care: Large integrated non-profit health system's oncology service line in the Phoenix metro. Comparable in offering a multi-disciplinary, multi-site community cancer program, though operating in a different regional market.

Regional players

• Minnesota Hematology Oncology: Smaller community hematology/oncology practice serving the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro. Same regional market and service scope, though materially smaller scale than Minnesota Oncology.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mnoncology
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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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