Dr. Meredith Whittaker

Fredericksburg, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Whittaker, Surgeon in Fredericksburg, VA?

Dr. Meredith Whittaker is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fredericksburg, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Whittaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittaker’s office at (540) 373-2244.

What languages does Dr. Whittaker speak?

Dr. Whittaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Whittaker typically treat?

As a Surgeon, 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:

Breast Cancer
Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
Female Breast Cancer
Malignant Breast Tumor
Breast Carcinoma
Right female breast cancer upper-outer
Upper-outer right female breast tumor
Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
Mammary cancer
Breast carcinoma
Breast tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

Also known as:

Family History of Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer
Family History
Hereditary breast cancer risk
Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
Breast cancer in the family

ICD-10 Codes:

Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Whittaker typically perform?

As a Surgeon, 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:

CPT Codes:

19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

Does Dr. Whittaker accept my insurance?

Dr. Whittaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 373-2244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Whittaker accept in Fredericksburg, VA?

Dr. Whittaker in Fredericksburg, 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)
Humana
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Whittaker's office located?

Dr. Meredith Whittaker's Primary Practice

4548 Empire Ct

Fredericksburg, VA 22408

(540) 373-2244

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Dr. Meredith Whittaker's Practice 2

2000 Medical Pkwy Ste 200

Annapolis, MD 21401

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Dr. Meredith Whittaker's Practice 3

405 Chatham Heights Rd

Fredericksburg, VA 22405

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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:

Mary Washington Hospital,Fredericksburg, VA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Stafford Hospital,Stafford, VA

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 1609366178.

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. Meredith Whittaker's specialty?

Dr. Whittaker is a Surgeon near Fredericksburg, VA.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Meredith Whittaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Whittaker is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital 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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