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Dr. John Whelan, MD, PHD
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whelan, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. John Whelan, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Whelan is fluent in English, Chinese, Creoles and pidgins, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whelan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whelan’s office at (617) 726-2730.
Where did Dr. Whelan go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Whelan speak?
Dr. Whelan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Whelan typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Behavioral Changes
- Mental Disorder
- Changes in behavior
- Unusual appearance
- Behavioral symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunity Disorder
- Immunological Disorder
- Immune Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8989: Other specified disorders involving the immune mechanism, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Infectious and Parasitic Disease
- Infectious Disease
- Parasitic Disease
- Communicable Diseases
- Parasitic Infections
- Contagious Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8619: Personal history of other infectious and parasitic diseases
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F422: Mixed obsessional thoughts and acts
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Whelan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Whelan may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Whelan accept my insurance?
Dr. Whelan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-2730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whelan accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Whelan in Los Angeles, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Whelan's office located?
Dr. John Whelan's Primary Practice
10833 Le Conte Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(617) 726-2730
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 1083681258.
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. John Whelan's specialty?
Dr. Whelan is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. John Whelan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whelan is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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 Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Whelan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Whelan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Whelan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (617) 726-2730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Whelan?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (617) 726-2730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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