John Wechter, M.D.
NPI 1982847349 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Edina, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Wechter, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Edina, MN (NPI 1982847349).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982847349
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 58866 (MN)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
378 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 53 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 49 | $160 |
| X-Ray of Wrist, Minimum of 3 Views73110 | 46 | $40 |
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 44 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Finger, Minimum of 2 Views73140 | 41 | $38 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 40 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 101 Willmar Ave SwWillmar, MN 56201-3556Phone: (320) 231-5000Fax: (320) 231-5067
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-15
- Last updated
- 2023-03-22
- Certified
- 2023-03-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Wechter's NPI number?
- John Wechter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982847349, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Wechter's specialty?
- John Wechter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Wechter located?
- John Wechter's practice location on file with NPPES is 8100 W 78th St Ste 230, Edina, MN 55439-2570.
- What is John Wechter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Wechter is (952) 946-9777.
- Does John Wechter accept Medicare?
- John Wechter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Wechter's NPI active?
- Yes — John Wechter's NPI (1982847349) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.