Joel Christopher Wood, MD
With over 29 years in family medicine, Joel Christopher Wood, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in New Albany. Trained at Ohio State University College of Medicine (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Uses generic medications more than 56% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 126dNPPES updated 2026-01-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
240 Market St Ste a, New Albany, OH 43054-7094
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 = better1.89%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.89% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.9%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
240
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
463
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,420
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $635k
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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — 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 (-9%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — 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 (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$41 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Joel Christopher Wood's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Ohio State University College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 1, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
29 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
Ohio State University College of Medicine (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Joel Christopher Wood
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joel Christopher Wood for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New Albany 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 Christopher Wood
NPI records show Dr. Wood as active with telehealth listed in New Albany, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (614) 293-4980.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joel Christopher Wood
Practice Location
240 Market St Ste a, New Albany, OH 43054-7094
Mailing Address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
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