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Dr. George Whitener, MD

Anesthesiologist, Surgeon

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whitener, Anesthesiologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. George Whitener, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Whitener graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital Program. Dr. Whitener is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitener’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitener’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL

    What languages does Dr. Whitener speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whitener typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Whitener 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. Whitener. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Whitener typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. George Whitener may include:

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

    Does Dr. Whitener accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitener accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whitener accept in Charleston, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Whitener's office located?

    Dr. George Whitener's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. George Whitener's Practice 2

    261 Calhoun St Ste 100

    Charleston, SC 29401

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

    Dr. Whitener's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740485663.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitener?

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

    What is Dr. George Whitener's specialty?

    Dr. Whitener is an Anesthesiologist near Charleston, SC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. George Whitener affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whitener is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Grand Strand 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. George Whitener accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. George Whitener is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Whitener offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitener's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Whitener?

    Please contact Dr. Whitener's office at (843) 792-1414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whitener's office located?

    Dr. Whitener's office is located in Charleston, SC.