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Dr. Colleen Witherell, MD

Wilmington, DE

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    Who is Dr. Witherell, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Colleen Witherell, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE. She is board certified. Dr. Witherell graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Witherell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witherell’s office at (302) 576-5050.

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

    • Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Witherell board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    Yes, Dr. Colleen Witherell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Witherell speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • 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:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

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

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Witherell 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. Witherell. 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. Witherell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Witherell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 576-5050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Witherell accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Witherell in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • State of Delaware

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Witherell's office located?

    Nemours Pediatrics Jessup St

    1602 Jessup St

    Wilmington, DE 19802

    (302) 576-5050

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

    Dr. Witherell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396836771.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Witherell?

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

    What is Dr. Colleen Witherell's specialty?

    Dr. Witherell is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Wilmington, DE.

    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. Colleen Witherell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Witherell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nemours Childrens Hospital - Delaware. 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

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    Is Colleen Witherell accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Colleen Witherell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Colleen Witherell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Witherell's office at (302) 576-5050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Colleen Witherell?

    Please contact Dr. Witherell's office at (302) 576-5050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Colleen Witherell have?

    Dr. Colleen Witherell is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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