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Dr. James Wheeless, MD

Baytown, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wheeless, Anesthesiologist in Baytown, TX?

    Dr. James Wheeless, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baytown, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wheeless is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wheeless’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wheeless’s office at (972) 715-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Wheeless speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wheeless treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wheeless 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. Wheeless. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Does Dr. Wheeless accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wheeless accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 715-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wheeless accept in Baytown, TX?

    Dr. Wheeless in Baytown, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Wheeless' office located?

    Dr. James Wheeless' Primary Practice

    4401 Garth Rd

    Baytown, TX 77521

    (972) 715-5000

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    Dr. James Wheeless' Practice 2

    6606 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Ste 200

    Dallas, TX 75240

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    Dr. James Wheeless' Practice 3

    1100 Allied Dr

    Plano, TX 75093

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    What is Dr. Wheeless's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wheeless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891086880.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheeless?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wheeless

    What is Dr. James Wheeless's specialty?

    Dr. Wheeless is a Anesthesiologist near Baytown, TX. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Wheeless to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Wheeless affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wheeless is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 James Wheeless accepting new patients in Baytown, TX?

    Yes, Dr. James Wheeless is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Wheeless offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wheeless's office at (972) 715-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Wheeless?

    Please contact Dr. Wheeless's office at (972) 715-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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