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Dr. Valerie Welch, MD

Dr. Valerie Welch, MD

Lafayette, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Welch, Pediatrician in Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Valerie Welch, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lafayette, IN. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Welch graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at University of Louisville Affiliated Hospitals. 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 (765) 807-8180.

    Where did Dr. Welch go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Louisville Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Welch board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Welch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    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 Pediatrician, 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Feeding Problems
    • Common Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant and Newborn Nutrition
    • Infant Feeding Difficulties
    • Newborn Eating Issues
    • Neonatal Feeding Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Which procedures does Dr. Welch perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Valerie Welch may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Welch's office.

    Does Dr. Welch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Welch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 807-8180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Welch accept in Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Welch in Lafayette, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • MDwise

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Welch's office located?

    Dr. Valerie Welch's Primary Practice

    3774 Bayley Dr Ste B

    Lafayette, IN 47905

    (765) 807-8180

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    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 1255348819.

    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. Valerie Welch's specialty?

    Dr. Welch is a Pediatrician near Lafayette, IN. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Welch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Valerie Welch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Welch is affiliated with IU Health Methodist Hospital, IU Health Arnett Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Valerie Welch accepting new patients in Lafayette, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Welch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valerie Welch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (765) 807-8180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Valerie Welch?

    Please contact Dr. Welch's office at (765) 807-8180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Valerie Welch have?

    Dr. Valerie Welch is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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