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Who is Dr. Whittington, Vascular Surgeon in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Eric Whittington, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Whittington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittington’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittington’s office at (608) 263-6400.
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 Vascular Surgeon, 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- PAD right leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia right leg
- Severe right leg artery pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70221: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, right leg
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Left Leg Pain
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79605: Pain in left leg
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Gangrene
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Complication
- AV Fistula Problem
- Dialysis Fistula Issue
- Mechanical AV Fistula Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82590A: Other mechanical complication of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Complication
- AV fistula issue
- Dialysis fistula problem
- Vascular access complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82590D: Other mechanical complication of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Which procedures does Dr. Whittington perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Eric Whittington may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 (608) 263-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittington accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Whittington in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whittington's office located?
Dr. Eric Whittington's Primary Practice
1005 Harborside Dr Fl Ste 5
Galveston, TX 77555
(608) 263-6400
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 1053792457.
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. Eric Whittington's specialty?
Dr. Whittington is a Vascular Surgeon near Galveston, TX. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Whittington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Whittington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whittington is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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 Eric Whittington accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Eric Whittington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Whittington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (608) 263-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Whittington?
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