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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. 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant 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
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified 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
What procedures does Dr. Welker perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Welker 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. 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
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
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
State of Tennessee
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, HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center 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 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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