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Who is Dr. Whittington, Allergist & Immunologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Paula Whittington, MD, PHD is an Allergist & Immunologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Whittington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittington’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittington’s office at (410) 737-5000.
What languages does Dr. Whittington speak?
Dr. Whittington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whittington treat?
As a Allergist & Immunologist, Dr. Whittington 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. Whittington. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Respiratory Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Lung Disorder Screening
- Breathing Problem Check
- Pulmonary Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z1383: Encounter for screening for respiratory disorder NEC
Also known as:
- Allergy Desensitization
- Allergy shots
- Immunotherapy for allergies
- Allergen desensitization therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z516: Encounter for desensitization to allergens
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy Testing
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
- Allergy screen
- Allergy evaluation
- Hypersensitivity testing
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
- Z0182: Encounter for allergy testing
Also known as:
- Chronic Hives
- Other Types of Hives
- Hives
- Hives of unknown cause
- Spontaneous urticaria
- Persistent welts
- Atypical hives
- Uncommon urticaria
- Variant hives
ICD-10 Codes:
- L501: Idiopathic urticaria
- L508: Other urticaria
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Food Allergy
- Food Allergy
- Unspecified Food Allergy
- Multiple Food Allergies
- Food Hypersensitivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91018: Allergy to other foods
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID)
- Immune System and Disorder
- Common variable immune deficiency
- CVID
- Acquired Hypogammaglobulinemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D839: Common variable immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Itching
- Pruritus
- Skin Itch
- Generalized Itching
ICD-10 Codes:
- L299: Pruritus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Whittington perform as a Allergist & Immunologist?
As a Allergist & Immunologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paula Whittington may include:
- Allergy Consultation
- Allergy Follow Up
- Allergy Shots
- Allergy Testing
- Insect Bite(s)
- Sinus Surgeon Consultation
- Sinus Surgeon Follow Up
- Sinus Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whittington's office.
Does Dr. Whittington accept my insurance?
Dr. Whittington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 737-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittington accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Whittington in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Whittington's office located?
Dr. Paula Whittington's Primary Practice
20 York St # T-209
New Haven, CT 06510
(410) 737-5000
What is Dr. Whittington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whittington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922327295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whittington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whittington
What is Dr. Paula Whittington's specialty?
Dr. Whittington is a Allergist & Immunologist near New Haven, CT. An allergist-immunologist is well-versed in the assessment, physical examination, laboratory diagnosis, and treatment of immune system disorders. These conditions include, but are not limited to, eczema, asthma, anaphylaxis, rhinitis, and adverse reactions to food, medication, and insect stings. Furthermore, they manage immune deficiency diseases, whether acquired or congenital, issues with host defense, and challenges associated with autoimmune diseases, organ transplantation, or immune system malignancies. Contact Dr. Whittington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paula Whittington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whittington 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 Paula Whittington accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Paula Whittington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Whittington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (410) 737-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Whittington?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (410) 737-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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