Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Watertown, NY
- NPI 1679521132
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1575 Washington St
Watertown, NY 136019367
(315) 786-7300
fax (315) 786-7310
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 2, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #181624
- Medicaid
- NY #00354316
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679521132. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,632
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$150,009
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 758 | 377 | $94 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 310 | 310 | $124 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 175 | 143 | $63 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 136 | 62 | $77 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 42 | 32 | $34 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 42 | 41 | $79 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 41 | 19 | $49 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 34 | 29 | $8 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 34 | 34 | $127 | |
99487 |
Complex chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, first 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 17 | 12 | $88 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Watertown Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 152. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$20
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 1 | $19.85 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,822
Patients
1,203
Total drug cost
$232,244
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 770 | 197 | $9,645 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 565 | 131 | $9,678 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 455 | 115 | $5,822 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 437 | 108 | $2,560 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 380 | 101 | $2,749 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 329 | 74 | $4,809 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 278 | 70 | $3,964 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 250 | 65 | $1,545 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 246 | 68 | $992 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 201 | 50 | $4,482 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn practices Family Medicine Physician in Watertown, NY.
Where does Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn practice?
Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn practices at 1575 Washington St, Watertown, NY 136019367. Office phone: 3157867300.
What is Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679521132, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Wetterhahn commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.