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Dr. Blake Welling, MD

Neurosurgeon

Ogden, UT

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Welling, Neurosurgeon in Ogden, UT?

    Dr. Blake Welling, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Ogden, UT. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Welling graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at F G Mc Gaw Hp/Loyola Univ, Neurological Surgery F G Mc Gaw Hp/Loyola Univ, General Surgery. Dr. Welling is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welling’s office at (801) 475-5900.

    Where did Dr. Welling go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: F G Mc Gaw Hp/Loyola Univ, Neurological Surgery F G Mc Gaw Hp/Loyola Univ, General Surgery | Loyola University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine

    Is Dr. Welling board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Blake Welling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Welling speak?

    Dr. Welling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Welling typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Welling diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Welling. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Welling typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Welling performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Welling. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
    • Spine fusion surgery lower back
    • Lumbar arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation Placement
    • Spine Stabilization Hardware
    • Posterior Spinal Fixation
    • Harrington Rod Placement
    • Pedicle Screw Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Decompression with Fusion
    • Laminectomy with Fusion
    • Facetectomy with Spinal Fusion
    • Foraminotomy with Interbody Arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 63052: Laminectomy, facetectomy, or foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s] [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), during posterior interbody arthrodesis, lumbar; single vertebral segment (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Welling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Welling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 475-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Welling accept in Ogden, UT?

    Dr. Welling in Ogden, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Utah

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Welling's office located?

    Dr. Blake Welling's Primary Practice

    4403 Harrison Blvd Ste 1815

    Ogden, UT 84403

    (801) 475-5900

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    What is Dr. Welling's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Welling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710151980.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welling?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Welling

    What is Dr. Blake Welling's specialty?

    Dr. Welling is a Neurosurgeon near Ogden, UT.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Blake Welling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Welling is affiliated with Mckay-Dee Hospital, Ogden Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Blake Welling accepting new patients in Ogden, UT?

    Yes, Dr. Blake Welling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Blake Welling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Welling's office at (801) 475-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Blake Welling?

    Please contact Dr. Welling's office at (801) 475-5900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Welling's office located?

    Dr. Welling's office is located in Ogden, UT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Blake Welling have?

    Dr. Blake Welling is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.