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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whittington, Internist in Columbus, MS?
Dr. Andrew Whittington, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbus, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Whittington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittington’s office at (662) 636-6290.
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 an Internist, 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- I69352: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left dominant side
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Brain Bleed
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Post-Hemorrhagic Stroke Complications
- Brain Hemorrhage After-Effects
- Chronic Symptoms after Brain Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6900: Unspecified sequelae of nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Foot Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Foot Wounds from Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes Foot Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E10621: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Whittington perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Whittington 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. Whittington's office.
Does Dr. Whittington accept my insurance?
Dr. Whittington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 636-6290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittington accept in Columbus, MS?
Dr. Whittington in Columbus, MS 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Whittington's office located?
Dr. Andrew Whittington's Primary Practice
255 Baptist Blvd
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 636-6290
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 1427406362.
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. Andrew Whittington's specialty?
Dr. Whittington is a Internist near Columbus, MS.
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. Whittington to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Andrew Whittington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whittington is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi, UMMC Grenada Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Andrew Whittington accepting new patients in Columbus, MS?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Whittington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Whittington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (662) 636-6290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Whittington?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (662) 636-6290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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