Dr. Samuel Wellman, MD

Hickory, NC

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Wellman, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Hickory, NC?

Dr. Samuel Wellman, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Wellman graduated from Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Wellman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wellman’s office at (828) 345-0877.

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

Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv | Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine

Is Dr. Wellman board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Samuel Wellman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

What languages does Dr. Wellman speak?

Dr. Wellman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wellman typically treat?

As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wellman 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. Wellman. 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:

Newborn Affected by Mother's Infection
Infant affected by maternal infections
Baby affected by mother's diseases
Newborn with maternal infectious disease exposure
Neonatal effects of maternal infection

ICD-10 Codes:

P002: Newborn affected by maternal infectious and parasitic diseases

Also known as:

RSV Bronchiolitis
Bronchial Disorder
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
RSV lung infection
Viral bronchiolitis
Acute bronchiolitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

Also known as:

Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Lung Disease
Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Hyaline Membrane Disease
Neonatal Respiratory Distress

ICD-10 Codes:

P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn

Also known as:

Low Blood Oxygen
Lung Disease
Hypoxemia
Reduced oxygen in blood
Oxygen deficiency

ICD-10 Codes:

R0902: Hypoxemia

What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wellman typically perform?

As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Wellman may include:

Please contact Dr. Wellman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Wellman accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Wellman's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Wellman's office located?

Dr. Samuel Wellman's Primary Practice

352 2nd St NW Ste 205

Hickory, NC 28601

(828) 345-0877

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What is Dr. Wellman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Wellman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649254210.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wellman?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wellman

What is Dr. Samuel Wellman's specialty?

Dr. Wellman is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Hickory, NC.

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. Samuel Wellman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Wellman 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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