Melinda Louann Wiese, APRN, DNP
Melinda Louann Wiese is a Nurse Practitioner based in Owatonna, MN with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Melinda Louann Wiese, APRN, DNP has practiced nursing for 9+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Minnesota, Duluth School of Medicine (class of 2017), she has been practicing for over 9 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Uses generic medications more than 45% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2063dNPPES updated 2020-09-29 · 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 = better1.55%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.5 pts)
1.55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88%
Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MinnesotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
163
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
909
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,036
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $767k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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%↓ 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 (-8%) — 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
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 · 2017
University of Minnesota, Duluth School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 28, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Taxonomy: 363L00000X
Education & Training
University of Minnesota, Duluth School of Medicine (Class of 2017)
Virtual Nursing Care With Melinda Louann Wiese
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melinda Louann Wiese for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Owatonna 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 Melinda Louann Wiese
NPI records show Dr. Wiese as active with telehealth listed in Owatonna, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (507) 451-1120.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Melinda Louann Wiese
Practice Location
2200 Nw 26th St, Owatonna, MN 55060-5503
Mailing Address
2200 Nw 26th St, Owatonna, MN 55060-5503
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