Kellen Welch, M.D.
Kellen Welch is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Akron, OH with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across OH can see Kellen Welch, M.D. in person in Akron or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (class of 2014), he has been practicing for over 12 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
Older · 2053dNPPES updated 2020-10-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
55 Arch St Ste 2a, Akron, OH 44304-1424
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better15.46%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+10.4 pts)
15.46% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
81
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
51
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
97
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 7, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Taxonomy: 208C00000X
Education & Training
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
7107 Fitch Rd, Olmsted Twp, OH 44138-1203
Differs from practice location
Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Kellen Welch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kellen Welch for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Akron required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kellen Welch
Dr. Welch is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Akron, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (330) 434-5978.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kellen Welch
Practice Location
55 Arch St Ste 2a, Akron, OH 44304-1424
Mailing Address
7107 Fitch Rd, Olmsted Twp, OH 44138-1203
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