Martin P. Gleespen, M.D.

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Martin P. Gleespen is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Chelsea, MI with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(734) 475-1107Chelsea, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Martin P. Gleespen, M.D. has been part of the Chelsea medical community since 2006 in independent practice. He graduated from Medical College of Ohio in 1982 and has 44+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 25% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Uses generic medications more than 54% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 42 Internal Medicine providers in MISee all Internal Medicine in Chelsea44+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 1251dNPPES updated 2022-12-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1290 S Main St Suite C, Chelsea, MI 48118-1454

Fax: (734) 475-9230
CMS Clinical Data

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 = better

4.32%

Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)

4.32% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

88%

Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

154

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

297

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

5,651

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $483k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
70%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%
Arthritis
Higher than avg (+13%)62%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+8%)38%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-5%)29%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
23%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-10%)22%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-12%)20%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1982

    Medical College of Ohio

  2. Board certified · Dec 18, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 44 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in ChelseaAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.

Taxonomy: 207RG0300X

Education & Training

Medical College of Ohio (Class of 1982)

Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Martin P. Gleespen

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Martin P. Gleespen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chelsea 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 Martin P. Gleespen

NPI records show Dr. Gleespen as active with telehealth listed in Chelsea, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 475-1107.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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