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Who is Dr. Welch, Retina Specialist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Robert Welch, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Welch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Welch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welch’s office at (509) 456-0107.
What languages does Dr. Welch speak?
Dr. Welch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Welch treat?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Welch 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. Welch. 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:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
- Macular Pseudohole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
- Type 2 Diabetes with Severe Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Swelling
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Macular Swelling
- Severe Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113413: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
- E113511: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, right eye
Also known as:
- Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Neovascularization
- Retinal Disorder
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- BRVO
- Eye Stroke
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- CRVO
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
- New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
- Abnormal Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Angiogenesis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35371: Puckering of macula, right eye
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
- H35052: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, left eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Retina and Choroid Inflammation
- Retinal Disorder
- Chorioretinitis
- Ocular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3093: Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, bilateral
- H3092: Unspecified chorioretinal inflammation, left eye
Also known as:
- Uveal Melanoma
- Eye Cancer
- Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Choroidal Melanoma
- Intraocular Melanoma
- Cancer of the Choroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6932: Malignant neoplasm of left choroid
What procedures does Dr. Welch perform?
As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Welch 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. Welch. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Does Dr. Welch accept my insurance?
Dr. Welch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 456-0107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Welch accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Welch in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Welch's office located?
Dr. Robert Welch's Practice 2
16201 E Indiana Ave Ste 5000
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
(509) 456-0107
What is Dr. Welch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Welch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376981894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Welch
What is Dr. Robert Welch's specialty?
Dr. Welch is a Retina Specialist near Spokane, WA. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Welch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Welch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Welch is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Health St. Mary's 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Robert Welch accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Welch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Welch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (509) 456-0107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Welch?
Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (509) 456-0107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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