21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whittaker, Internist in Alexandria, VA?
Where did Dr. Whittaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine | University of Maryland Affiliated Hospitals | University of Maryland Medical Center | University of Maryland Program
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Whittaker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Whittaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001
What languages does Dr. Whittaker speak?
Dr. Whittaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Whittaker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Whittaker 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. Whittaker. 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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Whittaker typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Whittaker 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. Whittaker. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Whittaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Whittaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 461-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittaker accept in Alexandria, VA?
Dr. Whittaker in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Whittaker's office located?
Dr. Scott Whittaker's Primary Practice
4660 Kenmore Ave Ste 1210
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 461-0700
What hospitals are Dr. Whittaker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Whittaker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Whittaker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whittaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235281684.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whittaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whittaker
What is Dr. Scott Whittaker's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.