John R Wallace, MD
Infectious Disease Internal Medicine
John R Wallace is an Infectious Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Marquette, MI with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
John R Wallace, MD has practiced internal medicine for 41+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (class of 1985), he has been practicing for over 41 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6240dNPPES updated 2009-04-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1414 W Fair Ave Suite 111, Marquette, MI 49855-2675
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.04%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan1.04% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
186
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
227
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,117
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.69M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$29 received from industry
1 transaction 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 John R Wallace's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.
Taxonomy: 207RI0200X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1985)
Mailing address
4602 Dept, Carol Stream, IL 60122-0021
Differs from practice location
Virtual Infectious Disease Care With John R Wallace
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with John R Wallace for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Marquette 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 John R Wallace
Dr. Wallace is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Marquette, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (906) 225-7601.
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 John R Wallace
Practice Location
1414 W Fair Ave Suite 111, Marquette, MI 49855-2675
Mailing Address
4602 Dept, Carol Stream, IL 60122-0021
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