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Dr. Ofer Wellisch, MD

Stamford, CT

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wellisch, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. Ofer Wellisch, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wellisch is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wellisch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wellisch’s office at (203) 276-2451.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wellisch?

    Dr. Ofer Wellisch, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wellisch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Headache, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stamford/CT community, Dr. Wellisch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Wellisch speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Wellisch treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wellisch 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. Wellisch. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Spinal Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease
    • Spinal Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M479: Spondylosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Which procedures does Dr. Wellisch perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Wellisch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wellisch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 276-2451 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wellisch accept in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. Wellisch in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wellisch's office located?

    Dr. Ofer Wellisch's Primary Practice

    29 Hospital Plz Ste 602

    Stamford, CT 06902

    (203) 276-2451

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    Dr. Ofer Wellisch's Practice 2

    75 Holly Hill Ln Ste 200

    Greenwich, CT 06830

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ofer Wellisch?

    Dr. Wellisch has appointments available at his Stamford, CT office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Wellisch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114189578.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wellisch?

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

    What is Dr. Ofer Wellisch's specialty?

    Dr. Wellisch is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Stamford, CT. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Wellisch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ofer Wellisch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wellisch is affiliated with Englewood Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ofer Wellisch accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Ofer Wellisch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ofer Wellisch offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wellisch, or call (203) 276-2451 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Ofer Wellisch?

    Please contact Dr. Wellisch's office at (203) 276-2451 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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