Franklin T Wetzel, MD
Franklin T Wetzel is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Philadelphia, PA with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Franklin T Wetzel, MD has been part of the Philadelphia medical community since 2005 in group practice. A Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania graduate since 1981, he brings 45+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 86.64/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 65% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3401 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140-5103
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Pennsylvania, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202386.64/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better24.93%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+19.8 pts)
24.93% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.5%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.7 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
119
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
151
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
678
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $13k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — 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 · 1981
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania (Class of 1981)
Mailing address
2450 W Hunting Park Ave 3/208n, Philadelphia, PA 19129-1302
Differs from practice location
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Franklin T Wetzel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Franklin T Wetzel for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Philadelphia 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 Franklin T Wetzel
NPI records show Dr. Wetzel as active with telehealth listed in Philadelphia, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (215) 707-2111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3401 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140-5103
Mailing Address
2450 W Hunting Park Ave 3/208n, Philadelphia, PA 19129-1302
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