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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crutchfield Whitten, Surgeon in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Melanie Crutchfield Whitten, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Crutchfield Whitten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crutchfield Whitten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crutchfield Whitten’s office at (232) 719-8266.
What languages does Dr. Crutchfield Whitten speak?
Dr. Crutchfield Whitten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Crutchfield Whitten typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Crutchfield Whitten 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. Crutchfield Whitten. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Crutchfield Whitten typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Crutchfield Whitten 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. Crutchfield Whitten. 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Crutchfield Whitten accept my insurance?
Dr. Crutchfield Whitten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (232) 719-8266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crutchfield Whitten accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Crutchfield Whitten in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Mississippi
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crutchfield Whitten's office located?
Dr. Melanie Crutchfield Whitten's Primary Practice
1265 Union Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(232) 719-8266
What is Dr. Crutchfield Whitten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crutchfield Whitten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124377767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crutchfield Whitten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crutchfield Whitten
What is Dr. Melanie Crutchfield Whitten's specialty?
Dr. Crutchfield Whitten is a Surgeon near Memphis, TN.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Melanie Crutchfield Whitten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crutchfield Whitten is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Augusta 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 Melanie Crutchfield Whitten accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Crutchfield Whitten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Crutchfield Whitten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crutchfield Whitten's office at (232) 719-8266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Crutchfield Whitten?
Please contact Dr. Crutchfield Whitten's office at (232) 719-8266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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