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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitesides, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Louisa Whitesides, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Whitesides is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitesides’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitesides’s office at (202) 741-2870.
What languages does Dr. Whitesides speak?
Dr. Whitesides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whitesides typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whitesides 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. Whitesides. 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:
- Special Medical Examination
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whitesides typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whitesides 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. Whitesides. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Whitesides accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitesides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitesides accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Whitesides in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Whitesides' office located?
Dr. Louisa Whitesides' Primary Practice
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 741-2870
What is Dr. Whitesides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitesides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356703011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitesides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitesides
What is Dr. Louisa Whitesides's specialty?
Dr. Whitesides is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Louisa Whitesides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitesides is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Louisa Whitesides accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Louisa Whitesides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louisa Whitesides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitesides's office at (202) 741-2870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louisa Whitesides?
Please contact Dr. Whitesides's office at (202) 741-2870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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