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Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler, MD

Storm Lake, IA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wulfekuhler, Family Medicine Specialist in Storm Lake, IA?

    Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Storm Lake, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wulfekuhler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wulfekuhler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wulfekuhler’s office at (712) 732-4030.

    What languages does Dr. Wulfekuhler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wulfekuhler typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wulfekuhler 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. Wulfekuhler. 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension from Lung Disease
    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs from Lung Problems
    • Hypoxic Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Lung Disease Related Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2723: Pulmonary hypertension due to lung diseases and hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wulfekuhler typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wulfekuhler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wulfekuhler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 732-4030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wulfekuhler accept in Storm Lake, IA?

    Dr. Wulfekuhler in Storm Lake, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Wulfekuhler's office located?

    Buena Vista Regional Medical Center

    1525 W 5th St

    Storm Lake, IA 50588

    (712) 732-4030

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    Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler's Practice 2

    802 Kenyon Rd

    Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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    Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler's Practice 3

    620 Northwestern Dr

    Storm Lake, IA 50588

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

    Dr. Wulfekuhler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467424739.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wulfekuhler?

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

    What is Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler's specialty?

    Dr. Wulfekuhler is a Family Medicine Specialist near Storm Lake, IA.

    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. W Scott Wulfekuhler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Wulfekuhler is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unitypoint Health - Trinity Regional Medical Center, Childrens Nebraska. 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 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 W Scott Wulfekuhler accepting new patients in Storm Lake, IA?

    Yes, Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. W Scott Wulfekuhler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wulfekuhler's office at (712) 732-4030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with W Scott Wulfekuhler?

    Please contact Dr. Wulfekuhler's office at (712) 732-4030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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