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Dr. Dawn Wetzel, MD
Dallas, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wetzel, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Dawn Wetzel, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Wetzel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wetzel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wetzel’s office at (214) 456-6500.
Where did Dr. Wetzel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Washington Center / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wetzel speak?
Dr. Wetzel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wetzel treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Wetzel 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. Wetzel. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Marrow Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Wetzel perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dawn Wetzel may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wetzel's office.
Does Dr. Wetzel accept my insurance?
Dr. Wetzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 456-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wetzel accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Wetzel in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
OptumRx
Parkland Community Health Plan
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wetzel's office located?
Dr. Dawn Wetzel's Primary Practice
2222 Welborn St Ste 75219
Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 456-6500
What is Dr. Wetzel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wetzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457519027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wetzel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wetzel
What is Dr. Dawn Wetzel's specialty?
Dr. Wetzel is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Dallas, TX. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Wetzel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dawn Wetzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wetzel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Medical Center Dallas. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dawn Wetzel accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Dawn Wetzel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dawn Wetzel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wetzel's office at (214) 456-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dawn Wetzel?
Please contact Dr. Wetzel's office at (214) 456-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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