Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch, MD
Albany, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mortensen-Welch, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Mortensen-Welch completed her residency at The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York. She is a member of the OTO-HNS. Dr. Mortensen-Welch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mortensen-Welch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mortensen-Welch’s office at (631) 444-4121.
Where did Dr. Mortensen-Welch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Laryngology, Mount Sinai Medical Center
Residency: The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York | The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York
Is Dr. Mortensen-Welch board certified in Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology since 2008
What languages does Dr. Mortensen-Welch speak?
Dr. Mortensen-Welch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mortensen-Welch treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, Dr. Mortensen-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. Mortensen-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:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- Vocal Cord Polyp
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Voice Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
- Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
- Paralyzed vocal cord
- Single vocal cord paralysis
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
- Laryngeal polyp
- Vocal fold polyp
- Laryngeal paralysis
- Paralyzed vocal cords
- Vocal fold paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
- J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
- J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
- J3800: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Larynx Disorder
- Larynx Narrowing
- Pharynx Disorder
- Laryngeal Spasm
- Throat Disorder
- Voice box problems
- Laryngeal conditions
- Throat issues
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
- Throat conditions
- Pharyngeal diseases
- Problems with the pharynx
- Vocal cord spasm
- Throat spasm
- Laryngospasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- J387: Other diseases of larynx
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
- J392: Other diseases of pharynx
- J385: Laryngeal spasm
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chronic Laryngitis
- Throat Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Persistent laryngitis
- Long-term voice box inflammation
- Chronic hoarseness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J370: Chronic laryngitis
Also known as:
- Benign Larynx Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Throat Disorder
- Non-cancerous voice box growth
- Laryngeal benign neoplasm
- Voice box lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D141: Benign neoplasm of larynx
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Which procedures does Dr. Mortensen-Welch perform as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mortensen-Welch's office.
Does Dr. Mortensen-Welch accept my insurance?
Dr. Mortensen-Welch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mortensen-Welch accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Mortensen-Welch in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthNow New York
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mortensen-Welch's office located?
Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch's Primary Practice
50 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
(631) 444-4121
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
OTO-HNS
Member
Awards
Selected for inclusion in LI Pulse Magazine's 2013 Best Doctors listi
American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery
Fellow
What is Dr. Mortensen-Welch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mortensen-Welch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467675181.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mortensen-Welch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mortensen-Welch
What is Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch's specialty?
Dr. Mortensen-Welch is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Otolaryngologist near Albany, NY. An otolaryngologist specializing in sleep medicine is board-certified in the subspecialty and focuses on the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, and management of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. They provide care to patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions treated by sleep specialists include sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders, among others. Contact Dr. Mortensen-Welch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mortensen-Welch is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Saratoga 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 Melissa Mortensen-Welch accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mortensen-Welch's office at (631) 444-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Mortensen-Welch?
Please contact Dr. Mortensen-Welch's office at (631) 444-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch have?
Dr. Melissa Mortensen-Welch is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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