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Who is Dr. Whittam, Pediatric Urologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Benjamin Whittam, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Whittam graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine,Nashville, Tn, United States. Dr. Whittam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittam’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittam’s office at (317) 944-8896.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Whittam?
Dr. Benjamin Whittam, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Urologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Whittam empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Anomalies, Incontinence, Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery, Voiding Dysfunction, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis/IN community, Dr. Whittam is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Whittam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Indiana University / School of Medicine
Residency: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine,Nashville, Tn, United States
Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
What languages does Dr. Whittam speak?
Dr. Whittam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whittam treat?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Whittam 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. Whittam. 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:
- Hidden Penis
- Buried Penis
- Phimosis
- Other Penis Disorder
- Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
- Penis Disorder
- Buried penis
- Concealed penis
- Retractile penis
- Hidden penis
- Retracted penis
- Acquired penile retraction
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Various penile conditions
- Unspecified penis problems
- Penis abnormalities
- Preputial Adhesions
- Glans Adhesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5564: Hidden penis
- N4883: Acquired buried penis
- N471: Phimosis
- N4889: Other specified disorders of penis
- N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Swelling
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
- N1339: Other hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- One Undescended Testicle
- Retractile Testicle
- Testicular Disorder
- Unilateral Cryptorchidism
- Testicle Not Dropped
- Maldescended Testicle
- Ascending Testicle
- Mobile Testicle
- Gliding Testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral
- Q5522: Retractile testis
Also known as:
- Congenital Chordee
- Penis Disorder
- Penile Curvature at Birth
- Bent Penis (Congenital)
- Chordee
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q544: Congenital chordee
Also known as:
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
- Blocked Ureter
- Ureteral Disorder
- Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
- VUR
- Urine Reflux
- Ureteral Stricture
- Narrowed Ureter
- Ureter Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1370: Vesicoureteral-reflux, unspecified
- N135: Crossing vessel and stricture of ureter without hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicles (Both Sides)
- Undescended Testicle
- Testicular Disorder
- Bilateral Cryptorchidism
- Both Testicles Not Dropped
- Retained Testicles
- Cryptorchidism
- Retained Testicle
- Testis Not Dropped
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5320: Undescended testicle, unspecified, bilateral
- Q539: Undescended testicle, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hydrocele
- Testicular Disorder
- Fluid in scrotum
- Scrotal swelling
- Water on the testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney swelling at birth
- Fetal hydronephrosis
- Hydronephrosis in newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q620: Congenital hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Hypospadias
- Penis Disorder
- Abnormal Urethral Opening
- Urethral Malformation
- Congenital Urethral Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q549: Hypospadias, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Birth Defects
- 21-hydroxylase deficiency
- 3-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency
- CAH
- Adrenogenital Syndrome
- Enzyme Deficiency Adrenal Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E250: Congenital adrenogenital disorders associated with enzyme deficiency
Also known as:
- Balanic Hypospadias
- Penis Disorder
- Glandular Hypospadias
- Coronal Hypospadias
- Mild Hypospadias
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q540: Hypospadias, balanic
Also known as:
- Male Urethra Opening Narrowing
- Urethral Disorder
- Male Meatal Stricture
- Male Urethral Meatus Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N35911: Unspecified urethral stricture, male, meatal
What procedures does Dr. Whittam perform?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Whittam 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. Whittam. 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:
- Penile Straightening Surgery (Chordee Repair)
- Chordee Repair
- Hypospadias Repair
- Penile Curvature Correction
- Urethral Mobilization for Chordee
CPT Codes:
- 54300: Plastic operation of penis for straightening of chordee (eg, hypospadias), with or without mobilization of urethra
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Also known as:
- Penis Repair for Chordee or Hypospadias
- Chordee Correction Surgery
- Hypospadias Repair (First Stage)
- Penile Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 54304: Plastic operation on penis for correction of chordee or for first stage hypospadias repair with or without transplantation of prepuce and/or skin flaps
Also known as:
- Repair of Incomplete Circumcision
- Circumcision Revision
- Foreskin Repair Surgery
- Incomplete Circumcision Correction
CPT Codes:
- 54163: Repair incomplete circumcision
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle Surgery
- Undescended Testicle Surgery (Abdominal)
- Testicle Lesion Removal
- Orchiopexy
- Testicular Fixation
- Cryptorchidism Repair
- Inguinal Orchiopexy
- Abdominal Testicle Repair
- Fowler-Stephens Procedure
- Extraparenchymal Testis Lesion Excision
- Testicular Mass Removal
- Lesion Excision from Outside Testicle
CPT Codes:
- 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach
- 54650: Orchiopexy, abdominal approach, for intra-abdominal testis (eg, Fowler-Stephens)
- 54512: Excision of extraparenchymal lesion of testis
Also known as:
- Epididymis Lesion Removal
- Epididymal lesion excision
- Removal of epididymal mass
- Epididymis cyst removal
CPT Codes:
- 54830: Excision of local lesion of epididymis
Also known as:
- Removing Penile Adhesions After Circumcision
- Penile Angulation Correction Surgery
- Post-Circumcision Adhesion Release
- Penile Adhesiolysis
- Circumcision Scar Tissue Removal
- Penile Curvature Repair', 'Peyronie's Disease Surgery
- Penile Straightening Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 54162: Lysis or excision of penile post-circumcision adhesions
- 54360: Plastic operation on penis to correct angulation
Also known as:
- Simple Scrotum Reshaping Surgery
- Complex Scrotum Repair
- Scrotal Reconstruction
- Scrotum Plastic Surgery
- Genital Reshaping Male
- Simple Scrotoplasty
- Scrotoplasty
- Scrotum Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55175: Scrotoplasty; simple
- 55180: Scrotoplasty; complicated
Also known as:
- One-Stage Hypospadias Repair
- Distal Hypospadias Repair
- Urethroplasty for Hypospadias
- Flip-Flap Hypospadias Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 54324: 1-stage distal hypospadias repair (with or without chordee or circumcision); with urethroplasty by local skin flaps (eg, flip-flap, prepucial flap)
Also known as:
- Repair of Scrotal Fluid Buildup (Hydrocele)
- Hydrocelectomy
- Bottle Type Hydrocele Repair
- Testicular Hydrocele Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55060: Repair of tunica vaginalis hydrocele (Bottle type)
Also known as:
- Spermatic Cord Hydrocele Removal
- Hydrocelectomy
- Spermatic Cord Cyst Excision
- Testicular Swelling Removal
- Hydrocele Repair
CPT Codes:
- 55500: Excision of hydrocele of spermatic cord, unilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Hydrocele Removal (One Side)
- Hydrocele Excision
- Fluid Sac Removal Testicle
- Scrotal Swelling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55040: Excision of hydrocele; unilateral
Also known as:
- Testicle Removal Surgery
- Orchiectomy
- Testicular Removal
- Testicle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 54520: Orchiectomy, simple (including subcapsular), with or without testicular prosthesis, scrotal or inguinal approach
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Surgery for Undescended Testicle
- Laparoscopic Orchiopexy
- Keyhole Surgery for Undescended Testis
- Minimally Invasive Testicle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 54692: Laparoscopy, surgical; orchiopexy for intra-abdominal testis
Also known as:
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Cystometrogram with Voiding Studies
- Urodynamic Study
- Bladder and Urethral Pressure Test
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
- Complex Cystometrogram
- Voiding Pressure Study
- Bladder Function Test with Pressure
CPT Codes:
- 51729: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure) and urethral pressure profile studies (ie, urethral closure pressure profile), any technique
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
Also known as:
- Bladder X-ray Injection
- Cystogram Injection
- VCUG Injection
- Bladder Dye Injection
CPT Codes:
- 51600: Injection procedure for cystography or voiding urethrocystography
Also known as:
- Urethral Opening Repair
- Urethromeatoplasty
- Meatal Advancement
- Urethral Meatus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 53450: Urethromeatoplasty, with mucosal advancement
Also known as:
- Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
- Sphincter EMG
- Anal Sphincter Electromyography
- Urethral Sphincter EMG
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Test
CPT Codes:
- 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Kidney Pelvis Repair
- Laparoscopic pyeloplasty
- Minimally invasive kidney repair
- Keyhole kidney drainage system repair
CPT Codes:
- 50544: Laparoscopy, surgical; pyeloplasty
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Exam with Ureteral Catheterization
- Cystourethroscopy with Catheterization
- Ureteral Catheter Placement
- Bladder Scope with Ureteral Access
CPT Codes:
- 52005: Cystourethroscopy, With Ureteral Catheterization, With Or Without Irrigation, Instillation, Or Ureteropyelography, Exclusive Of Radiologic Service;
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ureter Re-implantation
- Laparoscopic Ureteroneocystostomy
- Keyhole Ureter Surgery
- Ureter Reattachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50948: Laparoscopy, surgical; ureteroneocystostomy without cystoscopy and ureteral stent placement
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Island Pedicle Flap Surgery
- Pedicle flap
- Tissue flap surgery
- Skin transfer surgery
- Reconstructive flap
CPT Codes:
- 15740: Flap; island pedicle requiring identification and dissection of an anatomically named axial vessel
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
- Hernia Surgery for Infants
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Sacral Neuromodulation
- Bladder Stimulator Implant
- Nerve Stimulator for Pelvic Pain
- Bladder Pacemaker Surgery
- Sacral Nerve Electrode Placement
CPT Codes:
- 64561: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement) including image guidance, if performed
- 64581: Open implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement)
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
- Nerve Stimulator Implant
- Sacral Neuromodulation Device
- Gastric Stimulator Placement
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Peripheral or Gastric Neurostimulator Device Revision or Removal
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Revision or Removal
- Neurostimulator pulse generator removal
- Sacral neurostimulator revision
- Gastric stimulator removal
- Nerve Stimulator Electrode Array Removal
- Peripheral Neurostimulator Repair
- Pain Stimulator Adjustment
CPT Codes:
- 64595: Revision or removal of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, with detachable connection to electrode array
- 64585: Revision or removal of peripheral neurostimulator electrode array
Also known as:
- Colposcopy (Vagina and Cervix)
- Colposcopy
- Vaginal colposcopy
- Cervical colposcopy
- Examination of vagina and cervix
CPT Codes:
- 57420: Colposcopy of the entire vagina, with cervix if present;
Also known as:
- Separation of Labial Adhesions
- Labial adhesion lysis
- Vaginal adhesion separation
- Labia unsticking
- Female genital adhesion release
CPT Codes:
- 56441: Lysis of labial adhesions
Does Dr. Whittam accept my insurance?
Dr. Whittam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-8896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittam accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Whittam in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Whittam's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Whittam's Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr Ste 4230
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 944-8896
What is Dr. Whittam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whittam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508913328.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whittam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whittam
What is Dr. Benjamin Whittam's specialty?
Dr. Whittam is a Pediatric Urologist near Indianapolis, IN. Pediatric Surgeons are the health care professionals who can diagnose, treat, and manage children's urinary and genital problems. They dedicate at least 50% of their practice to the urological needs of infants, children, and adolescents. They offer health services such as Evaluation and management of voiding disorders; Vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections that require surgery; Surgical reconstruction of the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, and bladder) to address genital abnormalities, hypospadias, and intersex conditions; Surgery for childhood and adolescent groin conditions, such as undescended testes, hydrocele/hernia, and varicocele. Contact Dr. Whittam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Whittam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whittam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riley Hospital for Children at IU 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 Benjamin Whittam accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Whittam is accepting new patients at this time.
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