32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitley, Vascular Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. William David Whitley, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Whitley graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Vascular Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Whitley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitley’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitley’s office at (205) 730-9021.
Where did Dr. Whitley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Vascular Surgery; Georgetown Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University
Is Dr. Whitley board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. William David Whitley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Whitley speak?
Dr. Whitley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Whitley typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Whitley 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. Whitley. 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
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Disorder
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Shoulder Nerve Damage
- Arm Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G540: Brachial plexus disorders
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Complication
- AV Fistula Problem
- Dialysis Fistula Issue
- Mechanical AV Fistula Complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82590A: Other mechanical complication of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Whitley typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Whitley 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. Whitley. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Also known as:
- Arm Artery Exploration
- Upper Extremity Artery Exploration
- Diagnostic Artery Exploration
- Brachial Artery Exploration
CPT Codes:
- 35702: Exploration not followed by surgical repair, artery; upper extremity (eg, axillary, brachial, radial, ulnar)
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
- Brachial Plexus Neuroplasty
- Arm Nerve Surgery
- Shoulder Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Decompression
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
- 64713: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; brachial plexus
Also known as:
- First or Cervical Rib Removal
- Cervical Rib Excision
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Surgery
- Extra Rib Removal
CPT Codes:
- 21615: Excision first and/or cervical rib;
Does Dr. Whitley accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 730-9021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitley accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Whitley in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Whitley's office located?
Dr. William David Whitley's Primary Practice
1112 Gene Reed Rd
Birmingham, AL 35235
(205) 730-9021
What is Dr. Whitley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205818242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitley
What is Dr. William David Whitley's specialty?
Dr. Whitley is a Vascular Surgeon near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. William David Whitley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitley is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 William David Whitley accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. William David Whitley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William David Whitley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitley's office at (205) 730-9021 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William David Whitley?
Please contact Dr. Whitley's office at (205) 730-9021 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William David Whitley have?
Dr. William David Whitley is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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