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Dr. David Whiting, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whiting, Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. David Whiting, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Whiting graduated from New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Whiting is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whiting’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whiting’s office at (617) 355-6000.

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

    • Medical School: New York University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whiting speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whiting typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Whiting 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. Whiting. 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:

    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect
    • PDA
    • Open Ductus Arteriosus
    • Heart Connection Problem in Newborns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus

    Also known as:

    • Pre-excitation Syndrome
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Arrhythmia
    • Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
    • Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
    • WPW Syndrome
    • SVT
    • Rapid Heart Rate
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I456: Pre-excitation syndrome
    • I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whiting typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Whiting 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. Whiting. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion for Children
    • Central Line Placement
    • Non-Tunneled Central Catheter
    • Pediatric Central Line

    CPT Codes:

    • 36555: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; younger than 5 years of age

    Does Dr. Whiting accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whiting accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whiting accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Whiting in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Whiting's office located?

    Dr. David Whiting's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (617) 355-6000

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    300 Longwood Ave Bader 3

    Childrens Hospital Boston / Department of Anesthes

    Boston, MA 02115

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

    Dr. Whiting's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871760694.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whiting?

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

    What is Dr. David Whiting's specialty?

    Dr. Whiting is a Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. David Whiting affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whiting is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Elliot 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 David Whiting accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. David Whiting is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Whiting offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whiting's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Whiting?

    Please contact Dr. Whiting's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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