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Dr. Philip Mcwhorter, MD

Anesthesiologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Mcwhorter, Anesthesiologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Philip Mcwhorter, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mcwhorter graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University/Monroe Carell. Dr. Mcwhorter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcwhorter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcwhorter’s office at (202) 715-4000.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt University/Monroe Carell

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mcwhorter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mcwhorter typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mcwhorter 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. Mcwhorter. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Umbilical cord around baby's neck (not compressed)
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Nuchal cord without compression
    • Loose cord around neck
    • Cord wrapped around neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O6981X0: Labor and delivery complicated by cord around neck, without compression, not applicable or unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mcwhorter typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mcwhorter 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. Mcwhorter. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Mcwhorter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcwhorter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcwhorter accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Mcwhorter in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mcwhorter's office located?

    Dr. Philip Mcwhorter's Primary Practice

    900 23rd St NW

    Washington, DC 20037

    (202) 715-4000

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    Dr. Philip Mcwhorter's Practice 2

    500 Hospital Dr

    Warrenton, VA 20186

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mcwhorter affiliated with?

    Dr. Mcwhorter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Fauquier Health,Warrenton, VA

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

    Dr. Mcwhorter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760616809.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcwhorter?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Mcwhorter's specialty?

    Dr. Mcwhorter is an Anesthesiologist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Philip Mcwhorter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Mcwhorter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fauquier Health. 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 Dr. Philip Mcwhorter accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Mcwhorter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Mcwhorter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcwhorter's office at (202) 715-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Mcwhorter?

    Please contact Dr. Mcwhorter's office at (202) 715-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mcwhorter's office located?

    Dr. Mcwhorter's offices are located in Washington, DC and Warrenton, VA.