Joel Wegener, MD
Joel Wegener is a Family Medicine specialist based in Minneapolis, MN with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Joel Wegener, MD practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Minneapolis, MN. A University of Minnesota Medical School graduate since 2001, he brings 25+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5156dNPPES updated 2012-04-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2615 East Franklin Avenue Ufp-Smiley'S Clinic, Minneapolis, MN 55406
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.28%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
10.28% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.2%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
325
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
367
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,274
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $554k
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 Mood Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — 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 · 2001
University of Minnesota Medical School
25 years in practice
Experienced
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
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
420 Delaware Street Se, Mmc 292 University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Joel Wegener
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joel Wegener for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Minneapolis 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 Joel Wegener
Dr. Wegener is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Minneapolis, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (612) 333-0770.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joel Wegener
Practice Location
2615 East Franklin Avenue Ufp-Smiley'S Clinic, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Mailing Address
420 Delaware Street Se, Mmc 292 University of Minnesota Physicians, Minneapolis, MN 55455
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