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Dr. Shannon Welter, MD

Saint Paul, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Welter, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Shannon Welter, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Welter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welter’s office at (612) 273-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Welter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Welter typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Welter 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. Welter. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Welter typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Welter 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. Welter. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Welter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Welter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 273-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Welter accept in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Welter in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • HealthPartners

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Welter's office located?

    Dr. Shannon Welter's Primary Practice

    1700 University Ave W

    Saint Paul, MN 55104

    (612) 273-3000

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    Dr. Shannon Welter's Practice 2

    2450 Riverside Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55454

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    Dr. Shannon Welter's Practice 3

    201 E Nicollet Blvd

    Burnsville, MN 55337

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

    Dr. Welter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386873958.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welter?

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

    What is Dr. Shannon Welter's specialty?

    Dr. Welter is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Saint Paul, MN.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is this Dr. Shannon Welter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Welter is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital 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

    When to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Shannon Welter accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Shannon Welter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shannon Welter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Welter's office at (612) 273-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shannon Welter?

    Please contact Dr. Welter's office at (612) 273-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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