DAVID R WETZEL MD
NPI 1457672198
Anesthesiology in Rochester, MN

Active since June 17, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 1ST ST SW, ROCHESTER, MN 55905(507) 284-2511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 4, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 4, 2020, Feb 1, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About David R Wetzel Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DAVID R WETZEL MD (NPI 1457672198) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Rochester, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (54318) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457672198
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID R WETZELCredential: MD
Location Address200 1ST ST SWRochester, MN 55905-0001
Mailing Address200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905-0001 · (507) 284-2511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 4, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 4, 2020
NPI 1457672198 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in MN · 54318
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
200 1ST ST SW, Rochester, MN 55905

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

David R Wetzel Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6204000730
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111119000105
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
44 services27 patients
Anesthesia for extensive removal of prostate 00865
Anesthesia is a crucial part of the procedure for extensive removal of a certain gland located in the lower abdomen. It helps ensure you don't feel pain during the procedure. There are two types: general, where you're unconscious, and regional, where only a part of your body is numb.
14 services14 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number240010
Location1216 Second Street SouthwestRochester, MN 55902 · Olmsted County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Internal Medicine
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Practitioner
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Optometrist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Psychologist
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
200 1ST ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55905

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is David Wetzel's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Wetzel is 1457672198. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2010.

Where is David Wetzel located?

David Wetzel practices at 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905. The listed phone number is (507) 284-2511.

What is David Wetzel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is David Wetzel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Wetzel is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does David Wetzel accept?

Health plans from Medica list David Wetzel as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is David Wetzel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Wetzel is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Wetzel was last updated on August 4, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.