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Renae E. Welke, OD

(Renae Elizabeth Welke, OD)

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Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)

Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry (2011)

240 Minnesota Street
Rapid City, SD 57701

(605) 719-9499

Renae E. Welke, OD is an optometrist in Rapid City, SD specializing in optometry (primary eye care). She graduated from Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2011 and has 15 years of experience. Renae E. Welke, OD is affiliated with SLINGSBY AND HUOT EYE ASSOCIATES PROF.

Office Locations

240 Minnesota Street
Rapid City, SD 57701

(605) 719-9499

(605) 719-9509

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

eye procedures

SCODI of the posterior segment

By Affordability:

scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging

SCODI of the posterior segment

visual field test

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within South Dakota, Renae E. Welke, OD performed more eye procedures, and SCODI of the posterior segment (SCODI-P) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and she also had a list price for scanning computerized ophthalmic diagnostic imaging (SCODI), SCODI of the posterior segment (SCODI-P), and visual field test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

punctal plug insertion

In 2023, Renae E. Welke, OD had a list price for extraocular surgery, eye tests, fundus photography, lacrimal surgery, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, punctal occlusion, and punctal plug insertion that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within South Dakota. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

eye exam

intermediate eye exam

In 2012, Renae E. Welke, OD had a list price for eye exam, and intermediate eye exam that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within South Dakota. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2012 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	79
eye procedures	592

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2013 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	248
eye procedures	1301
ultrasound (sonogram)	29

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	262
Female	469

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	708
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	284
From 75 to 84	310
85 and over	117
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2013

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2014 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	319
eye procedures	1636
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	21
ultrasound (sonogram)	19

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	309
Female	559

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	829
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	20

**Age**
From 65 to 74	338
From 75 to 84	354
85 and over	148
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2014

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2015 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	366
eye procedures	1704
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	38

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	696
Female	1158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1784
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	36

**Age**
From 65 to 74	736
From 75 to 84	740
85 and over	310
Less than 65	68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2015

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2016 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	282
eye procedures	1640
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	37

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	354
Female	534

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	859
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	12

**Age**
From 65 to 74	375
From 75 to 84	331
85 and over	151
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2016

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	20
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2017 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	301
eye procedures	1677
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	19

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	361
Female	537

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	871
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	385
From 75 to 84	316
85 and over	165
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2017

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2018 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	387
eye procedures	1841
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	58

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	365
Female	544

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	875
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	391
From 75 to 84	317
85 and over	174
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2018

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2019 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	292
eye procedures	1839
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	25

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	381
Female	571

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	920
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	12

**Age**
From 65 to 74	409
From 75 to 84	345
85 and over	172
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2019

Hypertension	0
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2020 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	242
eye procedures	1828
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	56

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	356
Female	518

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	842
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	13

**Age**
From 65 to 74	395
From 75 to 84	318
85 and over	141
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2020

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2021 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	164
eye procedures	2165
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	25

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	388
Female	576

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	930
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	15

**Age**
From 65 to 74	442
From 75 to 84	344
85 and over	154
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2021

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	24
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD during 2022 were eye procedures and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	112
eye procedures	1914
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	29

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	358
Female	521

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	843
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	412
From 75 to 84	302
85 and over	142
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2022

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	23
Dementia	4
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Renae E. Welke, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Renae E. Welke, OD treated as an optometrist in Rapid City, SD were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

doctor visit	253
eye procedures	1648
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	34
ultrasound (sonogram)	24

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD.

**Gender**
Male	348
Female	544

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	860
Native American / Alaskan Native	9
Hispanic	0
Other	4

**Age**
75 to 84	334
85 and over	152
Less than 65	27
65 to 74	378

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Renae E. Welke, OD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	5
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Renae E. Welke, OD graduated from Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2011. She has a state license in South Dakota.

Medical School: Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry (2011)

Licensed In: South Dakota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Renae E. Welke, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

SLINGSBY AND HUOT EYE ASSOCIATES PROF

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Renae E. Welke, OD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc.	$1,727 Acuvue $1,645	Soft contact lenses $83
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.	$328 ACTHAR $328
Genentech USA, Inc.	$174 LUCENTIS $174
Allergan Inc.	$146 RESTASIS $135	LUMIGAN $11
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$145 SYFOVRE $145
Other	$488 OMNI $125	XIIDRA $91	VUITY $90	ISTENT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM $53	Omidria $30	Other $99

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,369
Travel and Lodging	$1,363
Education	$278

Biography

Dr. Renae Welke practices optometry (primary eye care) in Rapid City, SD. Dr. Welke has obtained a license to practice in South Dakota.

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2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

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2013 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2013

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2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2014

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2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2015

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2016

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2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2017

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2018

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2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2019

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2020

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2021

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2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD in 2022

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Renae E. Welke, OD From 2012 - 2022

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