Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Papenfuss, Surgical Oncologist in Milwaukee, WI?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Papenfuss?
Dr. Wesley Papenfuss, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Papenfuss empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cancer Surgery-Complex, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Milwaukee, WI community, Dr. Papenfuss is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Papenfuss go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, General Surgery
Medical School: University Of Nd Sch Of Med- Grand Forks Nd
Is Dr. Papenfuss board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Papenfuss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Papenfuss speak?
Dr. Papenfuss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Papenfuss typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Papenfuss 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. Papenfuss. 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:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Papenfuss typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Wesley Papenfuss may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Papenfuss' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Papenfuss accept my insurance?
Dr. Papenfuss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Papenfuss accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Papenfuss in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Broward Health
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Payment System (HPS)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Papenfuss' office located?
Dr. Wesley Papenfuss' Primary Practice
2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy
Milwaukee, WI 53215
What hospitals are Dr. Papenfuss affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Papenfuss has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Papenfuss's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Papenfuss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518993369.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papenfuss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Papenfuss