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Dr. John Welsh, MD

Refugio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Welsh, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Refugio, TX?

    Dr. John Welsh, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Refugio, TX. Dr. Welsh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welsh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welsh’s office at (361) 526-2321.

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

    • Medical School: Texas A&M University / Main Campus

    What languages does Dr. Welsh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Welsh typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Welsh 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. Welsh. 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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Welsh typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. John Welsh may include:

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

    Does Dr. Welsh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Welsh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 526-2321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Welsh accept in Refugio, TX?

    Dr. Welsh in Refugio, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Christus Health

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Welsh's office located?

    Dr. John Welsh's Primary Practice

    107 Swift St

    Refugio, TX 78377

    (361) 526-2321

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

    Dr. Welsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518225424.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welsh?

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

    What is Dr. John Welsh's specialty?

    Dr. Welsh is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Refugio, TX.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. John Welsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Welsh is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 John Welsh accepting new patients in Refugio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. John Welsh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Welsh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Welsh's office at (361) 526-2321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Welsh?

    Please contact Dr. Welsh's office at (361) 526-2321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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