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Dr. Janise Whitesell, MD

Dr. Janise Whitesell, MD

Saint Marys, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whitesell, Family Medicine Specialist in Saint Marys, GA?

    Dr. Janise Whitesell, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Marys, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Whitesell graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine. Dr. Whitesell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitesell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitesell’s office at (912) 882-6767.

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

    • Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Whitesell board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Janise Whitesell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whitesell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whitesell typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whitesell 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. Whitesell. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whitesell typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Janise Whitesell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Whitesell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Whitesell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitesell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 882-6767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whitesell accept in Saint Marys, GA?

    Dr. Whitesell in Saint Marys, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthgram

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Whitesell's office located?

    Dr. Janise Whitesell's Primary Practice

    2060 Dan Proctor Dr Ste 2100

    Saint Marys, GA 31558

    (912) 882-6767

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    Dr. Janise Whitesell's Practice 2

    916 Kingsbay Rd Ste B

    Saint Marys, GA 31558

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    Dr. Janise Whitesell's Practice 3

    2415 Parkwood Dr

    Brunswick, GA 31520

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

    Dr. Whitesell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154322899.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitesell?

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

    What is Dr. Janise Whitesell's specialty?

    Dr. Whitesell is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saint Marys, GA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Janise Whitesell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whitesell is affiliated with Uf Health Flagler Hospital, Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Janise Whitesell accepting new patients in Saint Marys, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Janise Whitesell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Janise Whitesell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitesell's office at (912) 882-6767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Janise Whitesell?

    Please contact Dr. Whitesell's office at (912) 882-6767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Janise Whitesell have?

    Dr. Janise Whitesell is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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