Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wetherington, Neurosurgeon in Fenton, MO?
Dr. Charles Wetherington, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Fenton, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Wetherington graduated from Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, General Surgery; Med Ctr Of Central Ga, General Surgery. Dr. Wetherington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wetherington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wetherington’s office at (636) 496-3900.
Where did Dr. Wetherington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Neurological Surgery; Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, General Surgery; Med Ctr Of Central Ga, General Surgery | Med Center Of Central Ga | University of Missouri Health System
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Wetherington board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Charles Wetherington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wetherington speak?
Dr. Wetherington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wetherington treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wetherington 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. Wetherington. 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 Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Does Dr. Wetherington accept my insurance?
Dr. Wetherington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 496-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wetherington accept in Fenton, MO?
Dr. Wetherington in Fenton, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dean Health Plan
Essence Healthcare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Wetherington's office located?
Dr. Charles Wetherington's Primary Practice
1015 Bowles Ave
Fenton, MO 63026
(636) 496-3900
Dr. Charles Wetherington's Practice 2
3555 Sunset Office Dr Ste C100
Saint Louis, MO 63127
What is Dr. Wetherington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wetherington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326048935.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wetherington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wetherington
What is Dr. Charles Wetherington's specialty?
Dr. Wetherington is a Neurosurgeon near Fenton, MO. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Wetherington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Wetherington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wetherington is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton 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 Charles Wetherington accepting new patients in Fenton, MO?
Yes, Dr. Charles Wetherington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Wetherington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wetherington's office at (636) 496-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Wetherington?
Please contact Dr. Wetherington's office at (636) 496-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Wetherington have?
Dr. Charles Wetherington is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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