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Dr. Dale Whitaker, MD

Dr. Dale Whitaker, MD

Jacksonville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whitaker, Orthopedic Surgeon in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Dale Whitaker, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Whitaker graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Whitaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitaker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitaker’s office.

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

    • Residency: Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, Orthopedic Surgery | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Jacksonville) Program

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Whitaker board certified in Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Dale Whitaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Whitaker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Whitaker treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Whitaker 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. Whitaker. 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:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    What procedures does Dr. Whitaker perform?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Whitaker 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. Whitaker. 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:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Whitaker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whitaker accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Whitaker in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BILO / Winn Dixie

    • CareCentrix

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthComp

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whitaker's office located?

    Dr. Dale Whitaker's Primary Practice

    1906 Southside Blvd

    Jacksonville, FL 32216

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    Dr. Dale Whitaker's Practice 2

    1577 Roberts Dr Ste 225

    Jacksonville, FL 32250

    (904) 241-1204

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    Dr. Dale Whitaker's Practice 3

    1821 Blanding Blvd Ste 1

    Middleburg, FL 32068

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

    Dr. Whitaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326042789.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitaker?

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

    What is Dr. Dale Whitaker's specialty?

    Dr. Whitaker is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Jacksonville, FL. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Whitaker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dale Whitaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whitaker is affiliated with HCA Florida Memorial Hospital 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 Dale Whitaker accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Dale Whitaker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dale Whitaker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitaker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dale Whitaker?

    Please contact Dr. Whitaker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dale Whitaker have?

    Dr. Dale Whitaker is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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