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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Welker, Surgeon in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Emily Welker, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glendale, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Welker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welker’s office at (623) 312-3000.
What languages does Dr. Welker speak?
Dr. Welker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Welker treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Welker 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. Welker. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Which procedures does Dr. Welker perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Emily Welker may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Welker's office.
Does Dr. Welker accept my insurance?
Dr. Welker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 312-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Welker accept in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Welker in Glendale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Welker's office located?
What is Dr. Welker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Welker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124551791.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Welker
What is Dr. Emily Welker's specialty?
Dr. Welker is a Surgeon near Glendale, AZ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Welker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emily Welker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Welker is affiliated with Banner Estrella Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Emily Welker accepting new patients in Glendale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Emily Welker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Welker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Welker's office at (623) 312-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Welker?
Please contact Dr. Welker's office at (623) 312-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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