Ryan J. Ness, M.D.
Ryan J. Ness is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Wilkes Barre, PA with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
Patients across PA can see Ryan J. Ness, M.D. in person in Wilkes Barre or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine graduate since 2001, he brings 25+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
25 Church St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18765-0999
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better59.3%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+54.2 pts)
59.3% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
248
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
139
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
543
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $8k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$237 received from industry
2 transactions 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 Ryan J. Ness's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 21, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
25 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
100 N Academy Ave Credentials Dept, Danville, PA 17822-4903
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Ryan J. Ness
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ryan J. Ness for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Wilkes Barre 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 Ryan J. Ness
NPI records show Dr. Ness as active with telehealth listed in Wilkes Barre, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (570) 808-8740.
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 Ryan J. Ness
Practice Location
25 Church St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18765-0999
Mailing Address
100 N Academy Ave Credentials Dept, Danville, PA 17822-4903
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