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Dr. Bettina Welz, MD

Bellefonte, PA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Welz, Psychiatrist in Bellefonte, PA?

    Dr. Bettina Welz, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Bellefonte, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Welz graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at University Of Virginia. Dr. Welz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welz’s office.

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

    • Residency: University Of Virginia

    • Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Welz board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Bettina Welz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Welz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Welz treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Welz 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. Welz. 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:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder in Remission
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder
    • Bipolar 2
    • Bipolar with hypomania and depression
    • Mild bipolar disorder
    • Stable bipolar disorder
    • Bipolar disorder controlled
    • No current bipolar symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
    • F3181: Bipolar II disorder
    • F3170: Bipolar disorder, currently in remission, most recent episode unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Personality Disorder
    • Personality Disorder
    • BPD
    • Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F603: Borderline personality disorder

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder

    Also known as:

    • Social Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Phobias
    • Anxiety
    • Social Phobia
    • Social Fear
    • Fear of Social Situations
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4010: Social phobia, unspecified
    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Impulse Control Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • Impulse disorders
    • Behavioral control problems
    • Compulsive behaviors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F6389: Other impulse disorders

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • Mild Developmental Delay
    • Learning Disability (Intellectual)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F70: Mild intellectual disabilities

    Does Dr. Welz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Welz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Welz accept in Bellefonte, PA?

    Dr. Welz in Bellefonte, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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    Where is Dr. Welz's office located?

    Dr. Bettina Welz's Primary Practice

    420 Holmes St

    Bellefonte, PA 16823

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    Dr. Bettina Welz's Practice 2

    1850 E Park Ave Ste 207

    State College, PA 16803

    (814) 235-2480

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    Dr. Bettina Welz's Practice 3

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

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

    Dr. Welz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033201884.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welz?

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

    What is Dr. Bettina Welz's specialty?

    Dr. Welz is a Psychiatrist near Bellefonte, PA.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

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    Is this Dr. Bettina Welz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Welz is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center 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 Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist 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 Bettina Welz accepting new patients in Bellefonte, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Bettina Welz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bettina Welz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Welz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bettina Welz?

    Please contact Dr. Welz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bettina Welz have?

    Dr. Bettina Welz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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