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Dr. Calvin Whaley, DO

Neurosurgeon

Charleston, WV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whaley, Neurosurgeon in Charleston, WV?

    Dr. Calvin Whaley, DO is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, WV. Dr. Whaley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whaley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whaley’s office at 0434435513.

    What languages does Dr. Whaley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Whaley typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Whaley 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. Whaley. 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:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Whaley typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Whaley 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. Whaley. 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:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • External carotid angiography
    • Neck artery imaging with catheter
    • Selective carotid catheterization

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Whaley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whaley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 0434435513 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whaley accept in Charleston, WV?

    Dr. Whaley in Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers Fidelity

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Whaley's office located?

    Dr. Calvin Whaley's Primary Practice

    415 Morris St Ste 400

    Charleston, WV 25301

    0434435513

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    What hospitals are Dr. Whaley affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Whaley has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Summers County Arh Hospital,Hinton, WV
    Camc Plateau Medical Center,Oak Hill, WV
    Camc Greenbrier Valley Medical Center,Ronceverte, WV

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

    Dr. Whaley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699033894.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whaley?

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

    What is Dr. Calvin Whaley's specialty?

    Dr. Whaley is a Neurosurgeon near Charleston, WV.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Calvin Whaley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whaley is affiliated with Camc General Hospital, Raleigh General Hospital, Cabell Huntington 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

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    Is Dr. Calvin Whaley accepting new patients in Charleston, WV?

    Yes, Dr. Calvin Whaley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Calvin Whaley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whaley's office at 0434435513 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Calvin Whaley?

    Please contact Dr. Whaley's office at 0434435513 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whaley's office located?

    Dr. Whaley's office is located in Charleston, WV.