Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wellmon, Family Medicine Specialist in Shippensburg, PA?
Dr. Baxter Wellmon, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shippensburg, PA. Dr. Wellmon graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Wellmon is fluent in English and Azerbaijani, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wellmon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wellmon’s office at (717) 532-3211.
Where did Dr. Wellmon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wellmon speak?
Dr. Wellmon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Azerbaijani
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wellmon typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wellmon 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. Wellmon. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wellmon typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wellmon performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wellmon. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Wellmon accept my insurance?
Dr. Wellmon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 532-3211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wellmon accept in Shippensburg, PA?
Dr. Wellmon in Shippensburg, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Wellmon's office located?
Dr. Baxter Wellmon's Primary Practice
97 Progress Blvd
Shippensburg, PA 17257
(717) 532-3211
What is Dr. Wellmon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wellmon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518007020.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wellmon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wellmon
What is Dr. Baxter Wellmon's specialty?
Dr. Wellmon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shippensburg, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Baxter Wellmon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wellmon is affiliated with Upmc Carlisle, Upmc Harrisburg, Geisinger-Lewistown 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
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Is Baxter Wellmon accepting new patients in Shippensburg, PA?
Yes, Dr. Baxter Wellmon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Baxter Wellmon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wellmon's office at (717) 532-3211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Baxter Wellmon?
Please contact Dr. Wellmon's office at (717) 532-3211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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