27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wayhs, Family Medicine Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Amelia Wayhs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Wayhs graduated from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina Faculdade de Medicina and completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine. Dr. Wayhs is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wayhs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wayhs’s office at (972) 291-7863.
Where did Dr. Wayhs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University Fed De Santa Catarina- Fac De Med- Florianopolis | Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina Faculdade de Medicina
Is Dr. Wayhs board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Amelia Wayhs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wayhs speak?
Dr. Wayhs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wayhs typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wayhs 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. Wayhs. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wayhs typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amelia Wayhs may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Wayhs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wayhs accept my insurance?
Dr. Wayhs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 291-7863 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wayhs accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Wayhs in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wayhs' office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Amelia Wayhs an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Wayhs has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Wayhs, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Wayhs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wayhs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043280357.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wayhs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wayhs
What is Dr. Amelia Wayhs's specialty?
Dr. Wayhs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Amelia Wayhs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wayhs is affiliated with Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Medical City Dallas Hospital, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Amelia Wayhs accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Amelia Wayhs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amelia Wayhs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wayhs's office at (972) 291-7863 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amelia Wayhs?
Please contact Dr. Wayhs's office at (972) 291-7863 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amelia Wayhs have?
Dr. Amelia Wayhs is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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