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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whipple, Family Medicine Specialist in Laurel, MS?
Dr. Patrick Whipple, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laurel, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Whipple is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whipple’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whipple’s office at (601) 425-4893.
Is Dr. Whipple board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Whipple, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whipple speak?
Dr. Whipple and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whipple typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whipple 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. Whipple. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whipple typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whipple 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. Whipple. 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:
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Whipple accept my insurance?
Dr. Whipple accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 425-4893 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whipple accept in Laurel, MS?
Dr. Whipple in Laurel, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Whipple's office located?
What is Dr. Whipple's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whipple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457513350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whipple?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whipple
What is Dr. Patrick Whipple's specialty?
Dr. Whipple is a Family Medicine Specialist near Laurel, MS.
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. Patrick Whipple affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whipple is affiliated with St. Dominic Hospital, University Of Mississippi Medical Center 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
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Is Patrick Whipple accepting new patients in Laurel, MS?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Whipple is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Whipple offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whipple's office at (601) 425-4893 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Whipple?
Please contact Dr. Whipple's office at (601) 425-4893 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Whipple have?
Dr. Patrick Whipple is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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