Donald Walter Theisen Wessel, MD
Donald Walter Theisen Wessel is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Stillwater, MN with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Donald Walter Theisen Wessel, MD has practiced internal medicine for 37+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1989 and has 37+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 34% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 57% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2370dNPPES updated 2019-11-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1500 Curve Crest Blvd. Stillwater Medical Group, Stillwater, MN 55082-6040
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 = better1.92%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.92% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.3%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
666
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,040
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
12,581
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.42M
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 (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1989
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S # Ms 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Donald Walter Theisen Wessel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Donald Walter Theisen Wessel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Stillwater 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 Donald Walter Theisen Wessel
NPI records show Dr. Wessel as active with telehealth listed in Stillwater, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 439-1234.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Donald Walter Theisen Wessel
Practice Location
1500 Curve Crest Blvd. Stillwater Medical Group, Stillwater, MN 55082-6040
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S # Ms 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
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