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Who is Dr. Welbel, Physiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Rachel Welbel, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Welbel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welbel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welbel’s office at (708) 684-5428.
What languages does Dr. Welbel speak?
Dr. Welbel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Welbel treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Welbel 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. Welbel. 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:
- History of COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Past COVID-19 Infection
- Previous Coronavirus Disease
- Long COVID
- Post-COVID Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8616: Personal history of COVID-19
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Paralysis
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Welbel perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rachel Welbel may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Welbel's office.
Does Dr. Welbel accept my insurance?
Dr. Welbel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-5428 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Welbel accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Welbel in Chicago, IL 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Welbel's office located?
What is Dr. Welbel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Welbel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467895813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welbel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Welbel
What is Dr. Rachel Welbel's specialty?
Dr. Welbel is a Physiatrist near Chicago, IL. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Welbel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rachel Welbel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Welbel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rachel Welbel accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Welbel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Welbel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Welbel's office at (708) 684-5428 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Welbel?
Please contact Dr. Welbel's office at (708) 684-5428 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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