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Who is Dr. Whitaker, Internist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Joseph Whitaker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Whitaker graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Orlando Regl Med Center. Dr. Whitaker is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitaker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitaker’s office at (813) 289-4321.
Where did Dr. Whitaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Orlando Regl Med Center
Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Whitaker board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Whitaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whitaker speak?
Dr. Whitaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whitaker treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Whitaker 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. Whitaker. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Which procedures does Dr. Whitaker perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Whitaker may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whitaker's office.
Does Dr. Whitaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 289-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitaker accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Whitaker in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whitaker's office located?
Dr. Joseph Whitaker's Primary Practice
4108 Henderson Blvd
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 289-4321
What is Dr. Whitaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881613859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitaker
What is Dr. Joseph Whitaker's specialty?
Dr. Whitaker is a Internist near Tampa, FL.
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.
Contact Dr. Whitaker to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joseph Whitaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whitaker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa. 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 Joseph Whitaker accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Whitaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Whitaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitaker's office at (813) 289-4321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Whitaker?
Please contact Dr. Whitaker's office at (813) 289-4321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Whitaker have?
Dr. Joseph Whitaker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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