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Dr. James Whiteley, MD

Mayfield, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whiteley, Surgeon in Mayfield, KY?

    Dr. James Whiteley, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mayfield, KY. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Whiteley graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Whiteley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whiteley’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whiteley’s office at (270) 251-4090.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Whiteley board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Whiteley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Whiteley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Whiteley treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Whiteley 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. Whiteley. 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:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Incisional Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Open Wound on Upper Middle Abdomen
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Epigastric Cut
    • Upper Stomach Wound
    • Deep Upper Middle Abdominal Injury
    • Traumatic Epigastric Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S31102D: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, epigastric region without penetration into peritoneal cavity, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Whiteley perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Whiteley 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. Whiteley. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Does Dr. Whiteley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whiteley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 251-4090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whiteley accept in Mayfield, KY?

    Dr. Whiteley in Mayfield, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Group Administrators Ltd

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whiteley's office located?

    Dr. James Whiteley's Primary Practice

    1029 Medical Center Cir

    Mayfield, KY 42066

    (270) 251-4090

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

    Dr. Whiteley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659326247.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whiteley?

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

    What is Dr. James Whiteley's specialty?

    Dr. Whiteley is a Surgeon near Mayfield, KY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Whiteley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Whiteley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whiteley is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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

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    Is James Whiteley accepting new patients in Mayfield, KY?

    Yes, Dr. James Whiteley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Whiteley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whiteley's office at (270) 251-4090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Whiteley?

    Please contact Dr. Whiteley's office at (270) 251-4090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Whiteley have?

    Dr. James Whiteley is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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