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Dr. Katherine Whipple, MD
Rochester, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Whipple, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Katherine Whipple, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Whipple is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whipple’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whipple’s office at (585) 444-3937.
Is Dr. Whipple board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Whipple, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Whipple speak?
Dr. Whipple and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Whipple treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Whipple 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. Whipple. 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:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Mechanical Eyelid Droop
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Squamous Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Scaly eyelid inflammation
- Dandruff-like eyelids
- Chronic blepharitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01022: Squamous blepharitis right lower eyelid
What procedures does Dr. Whipple perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Whipple 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. Whipple. 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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Ptosis Repair
- Blepharoptosis Correction
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Ptosis Correction
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Tear Sac Biopsy
- Lacrimal Sac Biopsy
- Biopsy of Tear Duct Sac
- Tear Gland Sac Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 68525: Biopsy of lacrimal sac
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
- Endoscopic Tear Duct Opening
- Nasal Endoscopy for Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 31239: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with dacryocystorhinostomy
Does Dr. Whipple accept my insurance?
Dr. Whipple accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 444-3937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whipple accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Whipple in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Express Scripts
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whipple's office located?
Dr. Katherine Whipple's Primary Practice
3000 Monroe Ave
Rochester, NY 14618
(585) 444-3937
What is Dr. Whipple's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whipple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336349786.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whipple?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whipple
What is Dr. Katherine Whipple's specialty?
Dr. Whipple is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Rochester, NY. A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck. Contact Dr. Whipple to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Katherine Whipple affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whipple is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Katherine Whipple accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Whipple is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Whipple offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whipple's office at (585) 444-3937 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Whipple?
Please contact Dr. Whipple's office at (585) 444-3937 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Whipple have?
Dr. Katherine Whipple is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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