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Dr. Joel Wietfeldt, MD

Springfield, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wietfeldt, Plastic Surgeon in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Joel Wietfeldt, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wietfeldt graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Wietfeldt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wietfeldt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wietfeldt’s office at (217) 528-7541.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wietfeldt?

    Dr. Joel Wietfeldt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wietfeldt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Body Contouring after Weight Loss, Breast Cosmetic Surgery, CoolSculpting, Cosmetic Surgery-Body, Facial Cosmetic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Springfield/IL community, Dr. Wietfeldt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Wietfeldt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wietfeldt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wietfeldt treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Wietfeldt 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. Wietfeldt. 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:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Cosmetic Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Aesthetic Surgery
    • Beauty Surgery
    • Elective Plastic Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z411: Encounter for cosmetic surgery

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    What procedures does Dr. Wietfeldt perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Wietfeldt 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. Wietfeldt. 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:

    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation
    • Breast implant exchange
    • Breast reconstruction second stage
    • Expander removal and implant placement
    • Permanent breast implant surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
    • 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Facial Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
    • Eyelid Lesion Excision
    • Lip Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
    • Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
    • Fat Transfer
    • Liposuction with Fat Injection
    • Body Fat Graft
    • Autologous Fat Injection
    • Liposuction Fat Grafting
    • Body Fat Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
    • 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Facial mole removal
    • Eyelid lesion excision
    • Lip lesion removal
    • Benign growth removal from face

    CPT Codes:

    • 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Lip Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
    • Infraumbilical Lipectomy
    • Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
    • Abdominal Skin Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Does Dr. Wietfeldt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wietfeldt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 528-7541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wietfeldt accept in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Wietfeldt in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Medicare

    • Roush Industries

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Tennessee

    • Tria Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wietfeldt's office located?

    Dr. Joel Wietfeldt's Primary Practice

    2901 Greenbriar Dr

    Springfield, IL 62704

    (217) 528-7541

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    Dr. Joel Wietfeldt's Practice 2

    901 N 1st St

    Springfield, IL 62702

    (217) 528-7541

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    Dr. Joel Wietfeldt's Practice 3

    775 Engineering Ave

    Springfield, IL 62703

    (217) 528-7541

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    What is Dr. Wietfeldt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wietfeldt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497977888.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wietfeldt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wietfeldt

    What is Dr. Joel Wietfeldt's specialty?

    Dr. Wietfeldt is a Plastic Surgeon near Springfield, IL. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Wietfeldt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joel Wietfeldt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wietfeldt is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital 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 Joel Wietfeldt accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Wietfeldt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Wietfeldt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wietfeldt's office at (217) 528-7541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joel Wietfeldt?

    Please contact Dr. Wietfeldt's office at (217) 528-7541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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