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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitaker, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Mark Whitaker, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Whitaker is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, 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.
Is Dr. Whitaker board certified in Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Mark 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:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whitaker treat?
As a Orthopedic Spine 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of the Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis
- Disc Spinal Narrowing
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M9973: Connective tissue and disc stenosis of intervertebral foramina of lumbar region
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Fusion of Lower Back Spine
- Fusion of Neck Spine
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Lower Back Vertebrae
- Lumbar Spine Fusion
- Lower Back Ankylosis
- Fused Neck Vertebrae
- Cervical Spine Fusion
- Neck Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4326: Fusion of spine, lumbar region
- M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spine Fusion
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Fusion
- Lower Spine Arthrodesis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4327: Fusion of spine, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Other Specific Joint Condition (Other Body Part)
- Joint Disorder
- Atypical Joint Disease (Other Site)
- Uncommon Joint Disorder (Other)
- Miscellaneous Joint Problems (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1288: Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, other specified site
Which procedures does Dr. Whitaker perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Mark Whitaker may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whitaker's office.
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 Wichita, KS?
Dr. Whitaker in Wichita, KS 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
Wichita Preferred Provider Association
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Where is Dr. Whitaker's office located?
Dr. Mark Whitaker's Primary Practice
10100 E Shannon Woods Cir Ste 100
Wichita, KS 67226
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 1811979271.
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. Mark Whitaker's specialty?
Dr. Whitaker is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Wichita, KS. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Whitaker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Whitaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitaker is affiliated with Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, Kansas Medical Center, Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, Kansas Medical Center, Wesley Medical Center, Clara Barton 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 Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
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Is Mark Whitaker accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?
Yes, Dr. Mark Whitaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark 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 Mark Whitaker?
Please contact Dr. Whitaker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Whitaker have?
Dr. Mark Whitaker is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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