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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. Dr. Whitaker is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitaker’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as an 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 an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Whitaker typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Fusion of Lower Back Spine
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Lower Back Vertebrae
- Lumbar Spine Fusion
- Lower Back Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4326: Fusion of spine, lumbar 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Whitaker typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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 Blue Shield of Kansas
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Kansas
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mark Whitaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitaker is affiliated with Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center, Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, Wesley Medical Center, Salina Regional Health Center, Clara Barton Hospital, Ascension Via Christi St. Francis 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 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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