Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whittier, Rheumatologist in Marietta, GA?
Dr. Xena Whittier, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Whittier is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittier’s office at (470) 956-2685.
What languages does Dr. Whittier speak?
Dr. Whittier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whittier treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Whittier 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. Whittier. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Other Musculoskeletal or Connective Tissue Disease
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Past Bone Disease
- Previous Muscle Disorder
- History of Joint Problems
- Connective Tissue Disease History
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8739: Personal history of other diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Which procedures does Dr. Whittier perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Xena Whittier may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whittier's office.
Does Dr. Whittier accept my insurance?
Dr. Whittier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 956-2685 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittier accept in Marietta, GA?
Dr. Whittier in Marietta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whittier's office located?
What is Dr. Whittier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whittier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710114517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whittier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whittier
What is Dr. Xena Whittier's specialty?
Dr. Whittier is a Rheumatologist near Marietta, GA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Whittier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Xena Whittier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whittier is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Xena Whittier accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Xena Whittier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Xena Whittier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whittier's office at (470) 956-2685 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Xena Whittier?
Please contact Dr. Whittier's office at (470) 956-2685 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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