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Dr. David Whetstone, MD

Murfreesboro, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whetstone, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. David Whetstone, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Murfreesboro, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Whetstone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whetstone’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whetstone’s office at (615) 327-1818.

    Is Dr. Whetstone board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Whetstone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whetstone speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Whetstone treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whetstone 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. Whetstone. 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:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Whetstone perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Whetstone may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whetstone's office.

    Does Dr. Whetstone accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whetstone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 327-1818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whetstone accept in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Whetstone in Murfreesboro, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthSmart

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Whetstone's office located?

    Dr. David Whetstone's Primary Practice

    1700 Medical Center Pkwy

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    (615) 327-1818

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    Middle Tennessee Medical Center Emergency Dept

    400 N Highland Ave

    Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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    Dr. David Whetstone's Practice 3

    2000 Church St

    Nashville, TN 37236

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

    Dr. Whetstone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316155757.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whetstone?

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

    What is Dr. David Whetstone's specialty?

    Dr. Whetstone is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Murfreesboro, TN. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Whetstone to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Whetstone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whetstone is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is David Whetstone accepting new patients in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Yes, Dr. David Whetstone is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Whetstone offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whetstone's office at (615) 327-1818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Whetstone?

    Please contact Dr. Whetstone's office at (615) 327-1818 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Whetstone have?

    Dr. David Whetstone is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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