17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wellen, Transplant Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Jason Wellen, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Wellen graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston. Dr. Wellen is fluent in English, French, and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wellen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wellen’s office at (314) 362-7792.
Where did Dr. Wellen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Abdominal Transplant Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis MO
Residency: Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston | St Barnabas Medical Center Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wellen board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jason Wellen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wellen speak?
Dr. Wellen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Polish
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Wellen typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Wellen 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. Wellen. 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:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Wellen typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Jason Wellen may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Wellen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wellen accept my insurance?
Dr. Wellen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-7792 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wellen accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Wellen in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Wellen's office located?
What is Dr. Wellen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wellen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134331382.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wellen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wellen
What is Dr. Jason Wellen's specialty?
Dr. Wellen is a Transplant Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Jason Wellen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wellen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Community Hospital Of Staunton, Barnes - Jewish Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital - Walnut Ridge. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jason Wellen accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Jason Wellen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Wellen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wellen's office at (314) 362-7792 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Wellen?
Please contact Dr. Wellen's office at (314) 362-7792 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Wellen have?
Dr. Jason Wellen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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