EverydayHealthLogo
JW

Dr. Jennifer Wheaton, DO

Virginia Beach, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wheaton, Endocrinologist in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Jennifer Wheaton, DO is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Wheaton graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital Internal Med Resisdency. Dr. Wheaton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wheaton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wheaton’s office at (757) 507-0900.

    Where did Dr. Wheaton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital Internal Med Resisdency

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Wheaton board certified as an Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Wheaton, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wheaton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Wheaton typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Wheaton 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. Wheaton. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Wheaton typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Wheaton 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. Wheaton. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Does Dr. Wheaton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wheaton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 507-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wheaton accept in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Wheaton in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Wheaton's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Wheaton's Primary Practice

    1925 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 202

    Virginia Beach, VA 23456

    (757) 507-0900

    Get Directions

    Dr. Jennifer Wheaton's Practice 2

    850 Kempsville Rd # 100E

    Norfolk, VA 23502

    Get Directions

    Dr. Jennifer Wheaton's Practice 3

    713 Volvo Pkwy

    Chesapeake, VA 23320

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Wheaton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417161043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheaton?

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

    What is Dr. Jennifer Wheaton's specialty?

    Dr. Wheaton is a Endocrinologist near Virginia Beach, VA.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is this Dr. Jennifer Wheaton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wheaton is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Endocrinologist. 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 Jennifer Wheaton accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Wheaton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jennifer Wheaton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wheaton's office at (757) 507-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Wheaton?

    Please contact Dr. Wheaton's office at (757) 507-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Wheaton have?

    Dr. Jennifer Wheaton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

    <section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>