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Dr. Russell Wesson

Transplant Surgeon, Surgeon

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wesson, Transplant Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Russell Wesson is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wesson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wesson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wesson’s office at (410) 955-5020.

    What languages does Dr. Wesson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Wesson typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Wesson 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. Wesson. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Wesson typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Wesson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wesson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wesson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-5020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wesson accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Wesson in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Wesson's office located?

    Blalock 266

    600 N Wolfe St

    Baltimore, MD 21287

    (410) 955-5020

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    Dr. Russell Wesson's Practice 2

    9910 Franklin Square Dr

    Baltimore, MD 21236

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

    Dr. Wesson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124262951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wesson?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Wesson's specialty?

    Dr. Wesson is a Transplant Surgeon near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is Dr. Russell Wesson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wesson is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins 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

    When to see a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. 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 Dr. Russell Wesson accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Wesson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Wesson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wesson's office at (410) 955-5020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Russell Wesson?

    Please contact Dr. Wesson's office at (410) 955-5020 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wesson's office located?

    Dr. Wesson's office is located in Baltimore, MD.