Dr. David Whitehead, MD
Forest Hills, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Whitehead, Plastic Surgeon in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. David Whitehead, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Whitehead graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Whitehead is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitehead’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitehead’s office.
Where did Dr. Whitehead go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Weiss Memorial Hospital GME | University of Massachusetts Medical Center
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center | Montefiore Medical Center | Montefiore Medical Center
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whitehead speak?
Dr. Whitehead and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whitehead treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Whitehead 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. Whitehead. 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:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Complete Traumatic Amputation of Left Ring Finger
- Limb Loss
- Accidental Complete Left Ring Finger Loss
- Left Ring Finger Amputation from Injury
- Traumatic Left Ring Finger Removal
ICD-10 Codes:
- S68615D: Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of left ring finger, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Localized Fat Deposits
- Obesity
- Excess Fat in Specific Areas
- Lipodystrophy
- Regional Adiposity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E65: Localized adiposity
Also known as:
- Localized Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Skin Nodule
- Localized Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- R229: Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Whitehead perform as a Plastic Surgeon?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. David Whitehead may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whitehead's office.
Does Dr. Whitehead accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitehead 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. Whitehead accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Whitehead in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
MagnaCare Rx
Medicaid
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Whitehead's office located?
What is Dr. Whitehead's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitehead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265729115.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitehead?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitehead
What is Dr. David Whitehead's specialty?
Dr. Whitehead is a Plastic Surgeon near Forest Hills, NY. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Whitehead to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Whitehead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whitehead 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 David Whitehead accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. David Whitehead is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Whitehead offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitehead's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Whitehead?
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