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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whelan, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Sean Whelan, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Whelan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whelan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whelan’s office at (412) 782-2400.
What languages does Dr. Whelan speak?
Dr. Whelan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whelan treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Whelan 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. Whelan. 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:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Colostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Stoma Care
- Bowel Diversion Care
- Ostomy Bag Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy
What procedures does Dr. Whelan perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Whelan 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. Whelan. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Whelan accept my insurance?
Dr. Whelan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 782-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whelan accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Whelan in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Whelan's office located?
Dr. Sean Whelan's Primary Practice
100 Delafield Rd Ste 113
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
(412) 782-2400
Dr. Sean Whelan's Practice 2
761 Johnsonburg Rd Ste 130
Saint Marys, PA 15857
(814) 788-8189
What is Dr. Whelan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whelan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639335581.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whelan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whelan
What is Dr. Sean Whelan's specialty?
Dr. Whelan is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Pittsburgh, PA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Whelan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sean Whelan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whelan is affiliated with UPMC Passavant-McCandless, Indiana Regional Medical Center, ACMH Hospital, UPMC Altoona, Butler Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Sean Whelan accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sean Whelan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sean Whelan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (412) 782-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sean Whelan?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (412) 782-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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