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Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD

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(Dr. Richard Daniel Wemer, MD)

(118 Ratings)

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (2004)

Professional interests include: endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid surgery, skull base surgery

3800 Park Nicollet Boulevard Park Nicollet Specialty Center St. Louis Park 3800 Building
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

(952) 993-3250

Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD is an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 2004 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD is affiliated with HealthPartners Park Nicollet.

Office Locations

14050 Fairview Drive Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center Burnsville 14050 Building
Burnsville, MN 55337

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3800 Park Nicollet Boulevard Park Nicollet Specialty Center St. Louis Park 3800 Building
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

(952) 993-3250

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Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2023

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adjacent tissue transfer

In 2023, Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD performed more adjacent tissue transfer procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Minnesota.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	188
ear procedures	11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	31
minimally invasive procedures	31
plastic surgery procedures	21
reconstructive surgery	21
tissue transfer	21
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2013 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	168
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	26
minimally invasive procedures	26
plastic surgery procedures	30
reconstructive surgery	30
tissue transfer	30
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	30

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	97

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	26
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2013

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2014 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	179
ear procedures	14
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	12
plastic surgery procedures	30
reconstructive surgery	30
tissue transfer	30
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	30

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	163
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	66
From 75 to 84	53
85 and over	25
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2014

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	19
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	182
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	17

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	172
Female	202

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	338
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	104
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	68
Less than 65	90

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2015

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2016 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	160
ear procedures	24

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	151
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	41
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	29
Less than 65	48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2016

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	19
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2017 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	131
ear procedures	19
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	14

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	57
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	41
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	20
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2017

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2018 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	119
ear procedures	20

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	56
Female	66

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	43
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	18
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2018

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2019 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	208
ear procedures	32
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	23
plastic surgery procedures	22
reconstructive surgery	22
tissue transfer	22
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	22

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	192
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	32
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2019

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2020 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	198
ear procedures	47
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	30
minimally invasive procedures	30
plastic surgery procedures	16
reconstructive surgery	16
tissue transfer	16
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	16

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	167
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	21
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2020

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2021 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	182
ear procedures	31
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	25
minimally invasive procedures	25
plastic surgery procedures	15
reconstructive surgery	15
tissue transfer	15
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	15

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	153
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	19
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2021

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	111
ear procedures	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	29
minimally invasive procedures	29
plastic surgery procedures	24
reconstructive surgery	24
tissue transfer	24
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	24

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	154
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	22
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD in 2022

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Burnsville, MN were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and reconstructive surgery.

doctor visit	166
ear procedures	24
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	23
plastic surgery procedures	22
reconstructive surgery	22
tissue transfer	22
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	22

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	140
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	54
85 and over	25
Less than 65	31
65 to 74	61

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 2004. He completed residency at University of Kansas Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in Kansas.

Medical School: University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (2004)

Residency: University of Kansas Medical Center (2009)

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Licensed In: Kansas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HealthPartners Park Nicollet

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 118 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Burnsville, MN.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Richard D. Wemer, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Baxter Healthcare	$149 TISSEEL $149
Entellus Medical, Inc.	$45 XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation Tool $24	XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation System $21
Preceptis Medical, Inc.	$15 Hummingbird TTS $15

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$209

Biography

Dr. Richard Wemer's specialty is otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by his patients. His areas of expertise include endoscopic sinus surgery, skull base surgery, and thyroid surgery. Dr. Wemer attended the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Awards and/or distinctions Dr. Wemer has received include Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Top Doctors Rising Stars 2017 Edition; Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Top Doctors Rising Stars 2016 Edition; and Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Top Doctors Rising Stars 2015 Edition. He is affiliated with Park Nicollet Clinic. HealthPartners reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Burnsville, MN.

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2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

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