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Age Groups Seen
- Adults (ages 19 - 65)
- Geriatrics (>65)
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Andy R. Welstead
Dr. Andy Welstead is an internal medicine physician at Methodist Physicians Clinic Regency. He received his Bachelor of Science in biology from Midland Lutheran College (now Midland University) in Fremont. He completed his medical training at the Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Parker, Colorado.
Dr. Welstead, who served for seven years in the Air Force, was an internal medicine resident at Keesler Medical Center at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. He previously practiced at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic at Offutt Air Force Base.
He is particularly interested in helping patients with diabetes management.
"One aspect that I like about type 2 diabetes is that it's a disease that responds to diet and lifestyle modification," Dr. Welstead said. "If we catch it early on as prediabetes, then we can sometimes prevent the development of overt diabetes without the need for medications. On the other hand, if diabetes has developed, then medications or combinations of medications are often required, but we can still achieve significant measureable improvement through healthier living that not only impacts diabetes but also leads to overall better health."
He said being an internist is special because it allows him to use his critical thinking skills while forming long-term patient relationships built on trust and communication.
"What I'd like patients to know is that when they come in and see me, it's a no-judgement zone. I want them to be completely open with me. I want them to know that they can trust me. That whatever they tell me is going to remain confidential. That I respect what they have to say. That I'm going to try to listen to them and hear their concerns, as well as address those concerns. And ultimately, if we're able to do all of that, we should be able to help them achieve a healthier life."
Outside of work, Dr. Welstead enjoys fishing, hunting, other outdoor activities and spending time with his wife and two children.
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Locations
- Methodist Physicians Clinic - Regency
- 10060 Regency Circle, Omaha, NE 68114
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- phone: 402-354-1500
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Keesler Medical Center-Biloxi, 2015
- Medical School: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2012
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
Insurance
- Advanced Medical Pricing Solutions
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare Assure Premier (HMO D-SNP)
- Aetna Medicare Eagle (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare Premier (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare Premier (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare SmartFit (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare SmartFit (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Value Plus (HMO)
- Aetna Meritain
- Aetna NHN
- Aetna Signature Administrators
- Ambetter Health
- American Health Plans of Iowa ISNP
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Access (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Connect (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Core (HMO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Secure (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska NEtwork Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Network Blue Heartland Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice Heartland Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Select Blue Choice
- Carelon Behavioral Health (MJE Only)
- Coventry Workers' Compensation
- Elite Choice
- First Health
- HealthSmart PPO
- HealthSmart Workers' Compensation
- Humana Full Access (PPO)
- Humana Gold Plus (HMO)
- Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE (HMO D-SNP)
- Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO)
- HumanaChoice (PPO)
- HumanaChoice Giveback (PPO)
- Immanuel Pathways PACE IA
- Immanuel Pathways PACE NE
- Iowa Total Care IA Medicaid
- Medica Choice National (PPO)
- Medica Elevate
- Medica Insure
- Medica Medicare Advantage Solution
- Medica Medicare Cost Prime Solution
- Midlands Choice Network
- Midwest Alliance Network
- Molina IA Medicaid
- Molina IA Medicare Advantage
- Molina NE Medicaid
- Molina NE Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan (PHCS not Included)
- Nebraska Furniture Mart - Centivo TPA
- Nebraska Total Care NE Medicaid
- NX Health Network (dba Valenz Access)
- O'Hara Workers' Compensation
- Progyny (participating providers: Carolyn Doherty, Christopher Corder, John Bishay, Jusdson Davies, Brett Hill, Jon Morton)
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare AARP MA Essentials from UHC NE-3 (HMO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA Extras from UHC NE-5 (HMO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA from UHC NE-0002 (PPO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA Patriot No Rx NE-MA01 (PPO)
- United Healthcare Allsavers
- United Healthcare Core
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S001 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S002 (PPO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S003 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-V001 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Group MA (HMO)
- United Healthcare Group MA (PPO)
- United Healthcare NE Individual Exchange Benefit Plan
- United Healthcare NE Medicaid
- United Healthcare Nexus ACO
- United Healthcare of the River Valley
- United Healthcare Optum VA CCN
- United Healthcare Surest
- Wellcare Medicare Advantage
- Wellmark Blue (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue (PPO)
- Wellmark Alliance Select (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Access (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Advantage (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Choice (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Avera (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Enhanced (PPO)
- Wellmark Classic Blue (PPO)
- Wellmark IA Hawk-I (HMO)
- Wellpoint IA Medicaid
- Wellpoint Medicare Advantage DSNP
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
434 ratings, 33 reviewsThe Patient Experience Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients who are treated in outpatient or hospital settings may receive different surveys that are not included in this Patient Experience Rating. The volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Welstead is very thorough and explains everything I have questions about.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Welstead. He is very pleasant and sympathetic to my problems. He includes me in my care decisions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2025
Dr Welstead is always kind, professional & listens to my concerns. He's a great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Andy Welstead is so easy to talk to and always explains everything throughly. He's also a saint for putting up with me!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr Welstead is a great listener and always receptive. We had a good talk about a potential diagnosis and treatment plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Dr. Welstead is friendly, caring, listens to me, involves me in decisions, and doesn't rush our time together. He is professional and knowledgeable. He practices medicine like a small-town doctor where patients are treated like friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Best doctor I've ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr. Welstead always listens and has a way about informing you of something you should not be doing without being overbearing about it. He gets his point across in such away that you definitely want to do exactly what he tells you to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr Welstead is our favorite!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr Welstead is so patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr. Welstead is very personable And give me information to make an informed decision.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Not only was Dr. Welstead all the above, he seemed to care about my overall health, medication adjustments, etc. He is a good listener. My only regret is that I did not change providers sooner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Dr Welstead, is down to earth and easy to converse with. I feel heard and understood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Dr welstead took his time listening to our concerns and questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Very efficient and thougthfull
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
I really liked Dr. Welstead as a provider. Very patient and willing to spend the time making sure you were comfortable with the treatment plan. The plan was important as I was leaving town the next morning. He took that into consideration for the treatment plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2025
Very happy with visit. Good explanations and felt included on decisions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
Dr Andy Welstead is very intelligent and cares about me and my health. I feel safe under his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
Andy is the best and extremely encouraging.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
He is fabulous and listens to what I have to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Very kind and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Doc and nurse are the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Doctor is a very straight shooter.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Well-informed and easy to speak with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
I've been seeing Dr. Welstead for a few years now, he's personable and listens to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr. Welstead is great and I always enjoy seeing him. Would recommend him to anyone!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Dr Welstead is very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Dr. Welstead is excellent, he cares, listens and tries to help solve the issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
My care provider is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Can't say enough good things.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr Welstead provided good care. He listened to me, discussed treatment options including side effects of the medication. Then discussed my whole health in a caring manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr Welstead has always been easy to talk to, listens to my concerns and explains very well.