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Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Zachary, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Munson-Whetstone, Family Medicine Specialist in Zachary, LA?

    Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Zachary, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Munson-Whetstone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munson-Whetstone’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munson-Whetstone’s office at (225) 237-1625.

    Is Dr. Munson-Whetstone board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Munson-Whetstone speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Munson-Whetstone typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Munson-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. Munson-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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Munson-Whetstone typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone may include:

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

    Does Dr. Munson-Whetstone accept my insurance?

    Dr. Munson-Whetstone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 237-1625 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Munson-Whetstone accept in Zachary, LA?

    Dr. Munson-Whetstone in Zachary, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmWINS Group

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Munson-Whetstone's office located?

    Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone's Primary Practice

    1185 Americana Blvd Ste 2170

    Zachary, LA 70791

    (225) 237-1625

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    Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone's Practice 2

    4242 Highway 19 Ste C

    Zachary, LA 70791

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    Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone's Practice 3

    6516 E Myrtle Ave

    Baker, LA 70714

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

    Dr. Munson-Whetstone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417126277.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munson-Whetstone?

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

    What is Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone's specialty?

    Dr. Munson-Whetstone is a Family Medicine Specialist near Zachary, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Munson-Whetstone is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Woman's Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Vicki Munson-Whetstone accepting new patients in Zachary, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Munson-Whetstone's office at (225) 237-1625 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone?

    Please contact Dr. Munson-Whetstone's office at (225) 237-1625 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Munson-Whetstone's office located?

    Dr. Munson-Whetstone's offices are located in Zachary, LA and Baker, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone have?

    Dr. Vicki Munson-Whetstone is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.