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Dr. Scott Whetsell, MD

Pediatrician

Washington, DC

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whetsell, Pediatrician in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Scott Whetsell, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Whetsell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whetsell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whetsell’s office at (202) 274-2864.

    What languages does Dr. Whetsell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Whetsell typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Whetsell 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. Whetsell. 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:

    • Marijuana Dependence
    • Marijuana
    • Cannabis Dependence
    • Marijuana Addiction
    • Chronic Marijuana Use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1220: Cannabis dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Whetsell typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Whetsell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Whetsell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Whetsell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whetsell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 274-2864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whetsell accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Whetsell in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • MedStar Health

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Whetsell's office located?

    Dr. Scott Whetsell also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Scott Whetsell's Primary Practice

    2112 F St NW Ste 504

    Washington, DC 20037

    (202) 274-2864

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    Dr. Scott Whetsell's Practice 2

    1647 Benning Rd NE Ste 200

    Washington, DC 20002

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Scott Whetsell?

    Dr. Whetsell has appointments available at his Washington, DC office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Whetsell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790045102.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whetsell?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Whetsell's specialty?

    Dr. Whetsell is a Pediatrician near Washington, DC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Scott Whetsell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whetsell is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Scott Whetsell accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Whetsell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Whetsell offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Whetsell, or call (202) 274-2864 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Whetsell?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Whetsell, or call (202) 274-2864 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Whetsell's office located?

    Dr. Whetsell's office is located in Washington, DC.