Glenn D Wera, MD
Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
Glenn D Wera is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Cleveland, OH with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 23 years in orthopaedic surgery, Glenn D Wera, MD is a long-established adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery specialist in Cleveland. Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (class of 2003), he has been practicing for over 23 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 1608dNPPES updated 2021-12-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better13.62%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+8.5 pts)
13.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
279
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
194
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
301
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$203 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Glenn D Wera's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
University of Illinois College of Medicine
23 years in practice
Experienced
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
Taxonomy: 207XS0114X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 2003)
Virtual Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Glenn D Wera
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Glenn D Wera for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cleveland 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 Glenn D Wera
NPI records show Dr. Wera as active with telehealth listed in Cleveland, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (216) 778-7800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Glenn D Wera
Practice Location
2500 Metrohealth Dr, Cleveland, OH 44109-1900
Mailing Address
2500 Metrohealth Dr, Cleveland, OH 44109-1900
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