29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whittington, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Robert Whittington, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Whittington graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Anesthesiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Whittington is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittington’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittington’s office at (212) 305-9878.
Where did Dr. Whittington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Anesthesiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Internal Medicine | Presbyterian Hospital Of New York
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Whittington board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Whittington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Whittington speak?
Dr. Whittington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whittington typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whittington typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Whittington may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Whittington accept my insurance?
Dr. Whittington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-9878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittington accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Whittington in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Whittington's office located?
Dr. Robert Whittington's Primary Practice
757 Westwood Plz
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(212) 305-9878
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 1699829937.
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. Robert Whittington's specialty?
Dr. Whittington is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Robert Whittington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whittington is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Robert Whittington accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Whittington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Whittington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (212) 305-9878 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Whittington?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (212) 305-9878 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Whittington have?
Dr. Robert Whittington is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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