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28 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Witherell, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Peter Witherell, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Witherell graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Pain Management; Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Anesthesiology; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Witherell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Witherell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witherell’s office.
Where did Dr. Witherell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Pain Management; Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Anesthesiology; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program
Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Witherell board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Witherell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Witherell typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Witherell typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Does Dr. Witherell accept my insurance?
Dr. Witherell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 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.
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Independence Health Group
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Where is Dr. Witherell's office located?
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 1598790099.
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. Peter Witherell's specialty?
Dr. Witherell is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Wilmington, DE.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Peter Witherell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Witherell is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Wilmington Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Christianacare, Union 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
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Is Peter Witherell accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Peter Witherell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Witherell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Witherell's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Witherell?
Please contact Dr. Witherell's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Witherell have?
Dr. Peter Witherell is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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