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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whelan, Pulmonologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Kyle Whelan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. Dr. Whelan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whelan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whelan’s office at (774) 443-2781.
What languages does Dr. Whelan speak?
Dr. Whelan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Whelan typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Whelan 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. Whelan. 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:
- 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Whelan typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kyle Whelan may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Whelan accept my insurance?
Dr. Whelan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (774) 443-2781 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whelan accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Whelan in Worcester, MA 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 Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Health Care
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Whelan's office located?
What is Dr. Whelan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whelan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073962619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whelan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whelan
What is Dr. Kyle Whelan's specialty?
Dr. Whelan is a Pulmonologist near Worcester, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Kyle Whelan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whelan is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kyle Whelan accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kyle Whelan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kyle Whelan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (774) 443-2781 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kyle Whelan?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (774) 443-2781 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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