Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whelan, Nephrologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Joseph Whelan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Whelan graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Nephrology; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Whelan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whelan’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whelan’s office at (317) 875-0084.
Where did Dr. Whelan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Nephrology; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Indiana University Medical Center | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine
Is Dr. Whelan board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Whelan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whelan speak?
Dr. Whelan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whelan treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Whelan 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. Whelan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does Dr. Whelan perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Whelan 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. Whelan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Also known as:
- Red Blood Cell Apheresis
- Therapeutic Red Blood Cell Exchange
- Red Blood Cell Removal Procedure
- Erythrocytapheresis
CPT Codes:
- 36512: Therapeutic apheresis; for red blood cells
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Apheresis with Immunoadsorption
- Selective Plasma Filtration
- Extracorporeal Immunoadsorption
- Blood Purification Therapy
- Apheresis Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36516: Therapeutic apheresis; with extracorporeal immunoadsorption, selective adsorption or selective filtration and plasma reinfusion
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Does Dr. Whelan accept my insurance?
Dr. Whelan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 875-0084 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whelan accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Whelan in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Zing Health
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Where is Dr. Whelan's office located?
Dr. Joseph Whelan's Primary Practice
8330 Naab Rd Ste 234
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 875-0084
What is Dr. Whelan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whelan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134115736.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whelan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whelan
What is Dr. Joseph Whelan's specialty?
Dr. Whelan is a Nephrologist near Indianapolis, IN. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Whelan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Whelan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whelan is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Carmel, Ascension St. Vincent Fishers Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent Women'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
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Is Joseph Whelan accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Whelan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Whelan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (317) 875-0084 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Whelan?
Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (317) 875-0084 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Whelan have?
Dr. Joseph Whelan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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