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Dr. Clayton Whiting, MD

San Diego, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whiting, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Clayton Whiting, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Whiting graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Whiting is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whiting’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whiting’s office at (619) 260-7000.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Whiting board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Clayton Whiting, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whiting speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Whiting treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whiting 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. Whiting. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Other Stimulant Abuse
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Stimulant Addiction
    • Problematic Stimulant Use
    • Amphetamine Abuse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1510: Other stimulant abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Whiting perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Clayton Whiting may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whiting's office.

    Does Dr. Whiting accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whiting accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 260-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whiting accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Whiting in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Presence Health

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whiting's office located?

    Dr. Clayton Whiting's Primary Practice

    4077 5th Ave

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (619) 260-7000

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

    Dr. Whiting's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972531838.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whiting?

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

    What is Dr. Clayton Whiting's specialty?

    Dr. Whiting is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Whiting to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Clayton Whiting affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whiting is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Clayton Whiting accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Clayton Whiting is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clayton Whiting offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whiting's office at (619) 260-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Clayton Whiting?

    Please contact Dr. Whiting's office at (619) 260-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Clayton Whiting have?

    Dr. Clayton Whiting is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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