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Dr. Sarah Applewhite, MD

Franklin, VA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Applewhite, Pediatrician in Franklin, VA?

    Dr. Sarah Applewhite, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Franklin, VA. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Applewhite graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School Program. Dr. Applewhite is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Applewhite’s office at (757) 569-9397.

    Where did Dr. Applewhite go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Eastern Virginia Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Applewhite board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Applewhite, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Applewhite speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Applewhite typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Applewhite 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. Applewhite. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Applewhite typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Applewhite performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Applewhite. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Generating Device Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Augmentative Communication Therapy
    • AAC Device Programming
    • Speech Device Training

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Speech Sound Production Evaluation
    • Articulation assessment
    • Phonological process evaluation
    • Apraxia of speech assessment
    • Dysarthria evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92522: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria);

    Does Dr. Applewhite accept my insurance?

    Dr. Applewhite accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 569-9397 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Applewhite accept in Franklin, VA?

    Dr. Applewhite in Franklin, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Applewhite's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Applewhite's Primary Practice

    106 Fairview Dr Ste C

    Franklin, VA 23851

    (757) 569-9397

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    What hospitals are Dr. Applewhite affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Applewhite has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughters,Norfolk, VA
    Bon Secours - Southampton Medical Center,Franklin, VA

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

    Dr. Applewhite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740451244.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Applewhite?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Applewhite's specialty?

    Dr. Applewhite is a Pediatrician near Franklin, VA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Sarah Applewhite affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Applewhite is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sarah Applewhite accepting new patients in Franklin, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Applewhite is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Applewhite offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Applewhite's office at (757) 569-9397 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Applewhite?

    Please contact Dr. Applewhite's office at (757) 569-9397 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Applewhite's office located?

    Dr. Applewhite's office is located in Franklin, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Applewhite have?

    Dr. Sarah Applewhite is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.