Theodore R Wissink, MD
Theodore R Wissink is a Family Medicine specialist based in South Burlington, VT with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 22 years in family medicine, Theodore R Wissink, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in South Burlington. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2004 and has 22+ 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 24% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 152dNPPES updated 2025-12-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
118 Tilley Dr Ste 201, South Burlington, VT 05403-4450
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 = better4.68%
Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.4 pts)
4.68% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.5%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
253
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,751
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $147k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
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 (-2%) — less common here
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 (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — 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 · 2004
University of Minnesota Medical School
Board certified · Dec 21, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
22 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
University of Minnesota Medical School (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401-1473
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Theodore R Wissink
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Theodore R Wissink for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to South Burlington 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 Theodore R Wissink
Dr. Wissink is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in South Burlington, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 847-5550.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Theodore R Wissink
Practice Location
118 Tilley Dr Ste 201, South Burlington, VT 05403-4450
Mailing Address
111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401-1473
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