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Dr. Heather Whitworth, MD

Dr. Heather Whitworth, MD

Winter Haven, FL

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Whitworth, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Winter Haven, FL?

    Dr. Heather Whitworth, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Winter Haven, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Whitworth graduated from USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and completed her residency at LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program. Dr. Whitworth is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitworth’s office at (863) 299-4567.

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

    • Residency: LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: USF Health Morsani College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whitworth speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Whitworth typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Whitworth 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. Whitworth. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Whitworth typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Whitworth 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. Whitworth. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Whitworth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitworth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 299-4567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whitworth accept in Winter Haven, FL?

    Dr. Whitworth in Winter Haven, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • State of Florida

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Whitworth's office located?

    Nemours Childrens Primary Care Kinder Clinic

    435 2nd St NE

    Winter Haven, FL 33881

    (863) 299-4567

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    Dr. Heather Whitworth's Practice 2

    3242 S Florida Ave

    Lakeland, FL 33803

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

    Dr. Whitworth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922119601.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitworth?

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

    What is Dr. Heather Whitworth's specialty?

    Dr. Whitworth is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Winter Haven, FL.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. Heather Whitworth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Whitworth is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, Nemours Childrens Hospital - Florida, Winter Haven Hospital. 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 Heather Whitworth accepting new patients in Winter Haven, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Whitworth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heather Whitworth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitworth's office at (863) 299-4567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Heather Whitworth?

    Please contact Dr. Whitworth's office at (863) 299-4567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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