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Dr. Lurah Welch, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Welch, Pediatric Endocrinologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Lurah Welch, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Welch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welch’s office at (713) 798-1750.

    What languages does Dr. Welch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Welch typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter

    Also known as:

    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Underactive Pituitary Gland
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
    • Isolated growth hormone deficiency
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
    • Low Pituitary Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E230: Hypopituitarism

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Welch typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lurah Welch may include:

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

    Does Dr. Welch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Welch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-1750 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

    • Bexar County Hospital District

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • State of Texas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Welch's office located?

    Dr. Lurah Welch's Primary Practice

    333 N Santa Rosa

    San Antonio, TX 78207

    (713) 798-1750

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    Dr. Lurah Welch's Practice 2

    1434 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 300

    San Antonio, TX 78258

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    What hospitals are Dr. Welch affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Welch has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Central Texas Medical Center,San Marcos, TX
    North Central Baptist Hospital,San Antonio, TX

    What is Dr. Welch's NPI number?A 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 1043674864.

    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. Lurah Welch's specialty?

    Dr. Welch is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.

    Is Dr. Lurah Welch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Welch is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels, University Hospital-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

    When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Lurah Welch accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Lurah Welch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lurah Welch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (713) 798-1750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lurah Welch?

    Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (713) 798-1750 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Welch's office located?

    Dr. Welch's office is located in San Antonio, TX.