Dr. Katherine Whipple, MD
Rochester, NY
Who is Dr. Whipple, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Rochester, NY?
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 an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Whipple typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Mechanical Eyelid Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02413: Mechanical ptosis of bilateral eyelids
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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
What procedures does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Whipple typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Ptosis Repair
- Blepharoptosis Correction
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Ptosis Correction
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67903: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, internal approach
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
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)
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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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?A 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