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Dr. Eric Wellons, MD

Newnan, GA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wellons, Vascular Surgeon in Newnan, GA?

    Dr. Eric Wellons, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newnan, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wellons graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Atlanta Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Union Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Wellons is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wellons’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wellons’s office at (678) 423-4100.

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

    • Residency: Atlanta Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Union Mem Hosp, General Surgery | Union Memorial Hospital | Atlanta Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Wellons board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Wellons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Wellons speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Wellons treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Wellons 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. Wellons. 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:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PAD both legs pain at rest
    • Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
    • Severe bilateral leg artery pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs

    What procedures does Dr. Wellons perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Wellons performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wellons. 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:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment
    • Endovenous Chemical Ablation
    • Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
    • Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
    • VenaSeal Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
    • 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Saphenous vein treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)

    Also known as:

    • Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Varicose Vein Injections
    • Vein Sclerosing
    • Incompetent Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36470: Injection of sclerosant; single incompetent vein (other than telangiectasia)

    Also known as:

    • Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
    • Dialysis Access Graft
    • Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
    • Synthetic Graft for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)

    Also known as:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
    • Lumbar Interbody Fusion
    • Lower Back Fusion
    • Spinal Arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar

    Does Dr. Wellons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wellons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 423-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wellons accept in Newnan, GA?

    Dr. Wellons in Newnan, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wellons' office located?

    Dr. Eric Wellons' Primary Practice

    2201 Newnan Crossing Blvd E Ste 200

    Newnan, GA 30265

    (678) 423-4100

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    Dr. Eric Wellons' Practice 2

    775 Poplar Rd Ste 260

    Newnan, GA 30265

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    Dr. Eric Wellons' Practice 3

    2690 Highway 34 E Ste A

    Newnan, GA 30265

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

    Dr. Wellons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790761799.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wellons?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Wellons's specialty?

    Dr. Wellons is a Vascular Surgeon near Newnan, GA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Wellons to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eric Wellons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wellons is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Macon North 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

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    Is Eric Wellons accepting new patients in Newnan, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Wellons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Wellons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wellons's office at (678) 423-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Wellons?

    Please contact Dr. Wellons's office at (678) 423-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Wellons have?

    Dr. Eric Wellons is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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