Franklin Wetzel, MD
NPI 1255329116 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Franklin Wetzel, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1255329116).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255329116
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD041411E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
219 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 60 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 35 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 28 | $63 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 18 | $127 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 267 | 93 |
| Gabapentin | 253 | 80 |
| Methylprednisolone | 89 | 72 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 79 | — |
| Pregabalin | 66 | 15 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 53 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 34 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-13
- Last updated
- 2015-03-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Franklin Wetzel's NPI number?
- Franklin Wetzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255329116, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Franklin Wetzel's specialty?
- Franklin Wetzel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Franklin Wetzel located?
- Franklin Wetzel's practice location on file with NPPES is 3401 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140-5103.
- What is Franklin Wetzel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Franklin Wetzel is (215) 707-2111.
- Does Franklin Wetzel accept Medicare?
- Franklin Wetzel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Franklin Wetzel's NPI active?
- Yes — Franklin Wetzel's NPI (1255329116) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.