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Dr. Shade Whalen, MD

Hastings, NE

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Whalen, Pediatrician in Hastings, NE?

    Dr. Shade Whalen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hastings, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Whalen graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Dr. Whalen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whalen’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whalen’s office at (402) 463-6828.

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

    • Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Whalen board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Shade Whalen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Whalen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Whalen treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Having a Tracheostomy
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach tube
    • Tracheotomy
    • Tracheal opening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z930: Tracheostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    What procedures does Dr. Whalen perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Whalen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whalen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 463-6828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whalen accept in Hastings, NE?

    Dr. Whalen in Hastings, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medica

    • MedImpact

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whalen's office located?

    Dr. Shade Whalen's Primary Practice

    2115 N Kansas Ave

    Hastings, NE 68901

    (402) 463-6828

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    Dr. Shade Whalen's Practice 2

    638 N Webb Rd

    Grand Island, NE 68803

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    Dr. Shade Whalen's Practice 3

    3016 W Faidley Ave

    Grand Island, NE 68803

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

    Dr. Whalen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013929876.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whalen?

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

    What is Dr. Shade Whalen's specialty?

    Dr. Whalen is a Pediatrician near Hastings, NE. 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. Contact Dr. Whalen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shade Whalen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Whalen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Merrick Medical Center, Grand Island Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Shade Whalen accepting new patients in Hastings, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Shade Whalen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shade Whalen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (402) 463-6828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shade Whalen?

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (402) 463-6828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shade Whalen have?

    Dr. Shade Whalen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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