James M Welters, M.D.
James M Welters is a Family Medicine specialist based in Plymouth, MN with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MN can see James M Welters, M.D. in person in Plymouth or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3732dNPPES updated 2016-03-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
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 = better1.65%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.4%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.6 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
170
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
477
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,944
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $316k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — 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 · 1988
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S Po Box 1309 Mail Stop 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With James M Welters
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James M Welters for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Plymouth 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 James M Welters
Dr. Welters is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Plymouth, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (763) 476-6776.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James M Welters
Practice Location
1495 Hwy 101 N, Plymouth, MN 55447
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S Po Box 1309 Mail Stop 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
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