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Dr. Kathryn Welch, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Welch, Diagnostic Radiologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Kathryn Welch, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Welch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welch’s office at (505) 272-0475.

    What languages does Dr. Welch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Welch typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Welch 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. Welch. 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:

    • Medical Check After Other Accident
    • Post-injury medical exam
    • Accident injury evaluation
    • General accident checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • GI Appliance Fitting
    • Digestive Device Adjustment
    • Enteral Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Welch typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Welch may include:

    Please contact Dr. Welch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Welch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Welch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-0475 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Welch accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Welch in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthRight Group

    • Independent Health Association

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Welch's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Welch's Primary Practice

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-0475

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    Dr. Kathryn Welch's Practice 2

    1 University of New Mexico

    Albuquerque, NM 87131

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

    Dr. Welch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790281608.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welch?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Welch's specialty?

    Dr. Welch is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Albuquerque, NM.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Kathryn Welch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Welch is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's 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 a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. Explore 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 Kathryn Welch accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Welch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Welch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (505) 272-0475 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Welch?

    Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (505) 272-0475 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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