Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Wechter, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Edina, MN
- NPI 1982847349
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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8100 W 78Th St Ste 230
Edina, MN 554392570
(952) 946-9777
fax (952) 946-9888 - Additional location
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101 Willmar Ave Sw
Willmar, MN 562013556
(320) 231-5000
fax (320) 231-5067 - Mailing address
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101 Willmar Ave Sw
Willmar, MN 562013556
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 22, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #58866
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982847349. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
427
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$32,221
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 166 | 36 | $1 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 35 | 35 | $161 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 33 | 33 | $108 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 31 | 22 | $122 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 30 | 21 | $37 | |
64721 |
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | 24 | 21 | $405 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 23 | 18 | $54 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 23 | 19 | $44 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 20 | 15 | $41 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 15 | 15 | $88 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in this city , average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Wechter's medical specialty?
Dr. John Wechter practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Edina, MN.
Where does Dr. John Wechter practice?
Dr. John Wechter practices at 8100 W 78Th St Ste 230, Edina, MN 554392570. Office phone: 9529469777.
What is Dr. John Wechter's NPI?
Dr. John Wechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982847349, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Wechter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Wechter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Wechter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.