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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitlow, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Reno, NV?
Dr. Scott Whitlow, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Whitlow graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Whitlow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitlow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitlow’s office at (775) 982-5262.
Where did Dr. Whitlow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whitlow speak?
Dr. Whitlow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Whitlow typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Whitlow 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. Whitlow. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Whitlow typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Whitlow 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. Whitlow. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Large Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Major Bone Grafting
- Autograft
- Allograft
CPT Codes:
- 20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Whitlow accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitlow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 982-5262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitlow accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Whitlow in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Nevada
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Whitlow's office located?
What is Dr. Whitlow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitlow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336371400.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitlow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitlow
What is Dr. Scott Whitlow's specialty?
Dr. Whitlow is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Reno, NV.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Scott Whitlow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitlow is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center 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 Scott Whitlow accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Scott Whitlow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Whitlow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitlow's office at (775) 982-5262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Whitlow?
Please contact Dr. Whitlow's office at (775) 982-5262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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