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24 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Whipple, Internist in Henderson, NV?
Dr. Robert Whipple, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Henderson, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Whipple graduated from University of Nevada, School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Whipple is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whipple’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whipple’s office at (702) 242-2737.
Where did Dr. Whipple go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv | University of Nevada, School of Medicine
Is Dr. Whipple board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Whipple, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whipple speak?
Dr. Whipple and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whipple treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Whipple 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. Whipple. 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:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pain in a Limb
- Pain
- Arm or leg pain
- Extremity pain
- Ache in a limb
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79609: Pain in unspecified limb
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Types of Angina
- Angina
- Atypical Angina
- Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I208: Other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Whipple perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Whipple may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whipple's office.
Does Dr. Whipple accept my insurance?
Dr. Whipple accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 242-2737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whipple accept in Henderson, NV?
Dr. Whipple in Henderson, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
OptumRx
Partners Healthcare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whipple's office located?
Dr. Robert Whipple's Primary Practice
2855 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy
Henderson, NV 89052
(702) 242-2737
Dr. Robert Whipple's Practice 3
7473 W Lake Mead Blvd Ste 213
Las Vegas, NV 89128
(702) 562-1230
What is Dr. Whipple's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whipple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427073824.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whipple?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whipple
What is Dr. Robert Whipple's specialty?
Dr. Whipple is a Internist near Henderson, NV.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Whipple to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Whipple affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whipple is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Robert Whipple accepting new patients in Henderson, NV?
Yes, Dr. Robert Whipple is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Whipple offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whipple's office at (702) 242-2737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Whipple?
Please contact Dr. Whipple's office at (702) 242-2737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Whipple have?
Dr. Robert Whipple is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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