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Who is Dr. Welch, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Cristina Welch, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Welch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welch’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welch’s office at (210) 541-8281.
What languages does Dr. Welch speak?
Dr. Welch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Welch treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped or Abnormal Lung
- Congenital Diaphragm Malformations
- Laryngomalacia at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Lung Disease
- Throat Disorder
- Lung Hypoplasia
- Lung Dysplasia
- Small or Malformed Lung
- Congenital Lung Hypoplasia
- Diaphragm Birth Defect
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Anomaly
- Breathing Muscle Malformation
- Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
- Soft Voice Box Cartilage
- Congenital Laryngomalacia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q336: Congenital hypoplasia and dysplasia of lung
- Q791: Other congenital malformations of diaphragm
- Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
Also known as:
- Gastroschisis
- Birth Defects
- Abdominal wall defect
- Intestines outside body at birth
- Bowel protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q793: Gastroschisis
Which procedures does Dr. Welch perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cristina Welch may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Welch's office.
Does Dr. Welch accept my insurance?
Dr. Welch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 541-8281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Welch accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Welch in San Antonio, 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
Community First Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Welch's office located?
Dr. Cristina Welch's Primary Practice
5430 Fredericksburg Rd Ste 508
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 541-8281
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 1972947174.
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. Cristina Welch's specialty?
Dr. Welch is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Welch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cristina Welch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Welch is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Methodist Stone Oak Hospital, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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
Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Cristina Welch accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Welch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Welch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (210) 541-8281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Welch?
Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (210) 541-8281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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