DR. JAMES B WETMORE MD
NPI 1467555383
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Minneapolis, MN

Active since September 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
701 PARK AVE, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415(612) 873-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James B Wetmore Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES B WETMORE MD (NPI 1467555383) is an individual nephrology provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (56239) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467555383
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES B WETMORECredential: MD
Location Address701 PARK AVEMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623
Mailing Address701 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623 · (612) 873-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateSeptember 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJune 26, 2025
NPI 1467555383 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License Licensed in MN · 56239
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
701 PARK AVE, Minneapolis, MN 55415

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

Dr. James B Wetmore 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 ID2769414747
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130402000073
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 4

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 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
96 services39 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
28 services13 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
22 services21 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
22 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hennepin County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240004
Location701 Park AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55415 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55415 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$57.15 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$31.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Emergency Medicine
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Counselor (Professional)
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Emergency Medicine
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
701 PARK AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415

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 James Wetmore's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Wetmore is 1467555383. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 6, 2006.

Where is James Wetmore located?

James Wetmore practices at 701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415. The listed phone number is (612) 873-3000.

What is James Wetmore's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is James Wetmore enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Wetmore 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 James Wetmore accept?

Health plans from Medica list James Wetmore 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 James Wetmore affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Wetmore is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Wetmore was last updated on June 26, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months 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.