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Who is Dr. Welty, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Stephen Welty, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Welty completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Society for Pediatric Research, Perinatal Research Society, American Thoracic Society, and AAAS. Dr. Welty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Welty’s office.
Where did Dr. Welty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX | Baylor College of Medicine, Neonatal-Perinatal, Baylor College of Medicine, Neonatal-Perinatal, 1990
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or
Is Dr. Welty board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Welty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Welty speak?
Dr. Welty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Welty typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Welty 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. Welty. 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:
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Baby
- Birth Weight
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- ELBW baby
- Very low birth weight infant
- Micro-preemie
- Baby born 1000-1249 grams
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0703: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 750-999 grams
- P0714: Other low birth weight newborn, 1000-1249 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Bronchial Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Welty typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Welty may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Welty's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Welty accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Welty's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Welty's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Pediatrics
Member
Society for Pediatric Research
Member
Perinatal Research Society
Member
American Thoracic Society
Member
AAAS
Member
What is Dr. Welty's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Welty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598753139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Welty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Welty
What is Dr. Stephen Welty's specialty?
Dr. Welty is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is Dr. Stephen Welty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Welty 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Stephen Welty accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Welty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Welty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Welty's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Welty?
Please contact Dr. Welty's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Welty's office located?
Dr. Welty's office is located in Houston, TX.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Welty have?
Dr. Stephen Welty is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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1504 Taub Loop
Houston, TX 77030