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Dr. Michael Whistler, MD

Dr. Michael Whistler, MD

Pediatrician

Grand Junction, CO

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whistler, Pediatrician in Grand Junction, CO?

    Dr. Michael Whistler, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Whistler graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pediatrics; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Whistler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whistler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whistler’s office at (970) 243-5437.

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

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Pediatrics; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Flexible Or Transitional Year | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Whistler board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Whistler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Whistler speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Whistler typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Whistler 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. Whistler. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Whistler typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Whistler 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. Whistler. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Generating Device Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Augmentative Communication Therapy
    • AAC Device Programming
    • Speech Device Training
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
    • Newborn Circumcision
    • Infant Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)

    CPT Codes:

    • 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block

    Also known as:

    • Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
    • Colles Fracture Treatment
    • Smith Fracture Treatment
    • Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation

    Does Dr. Whistler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whistler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 243-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whistler accept in Grand Junction, CO?

    Dr. Whistler in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriBen

    • Cigna Group

    • Colorado Access

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Whistler's office located?

    Dr. Michael Whistler's Primary Practice

    3150 N 12th St

    Grand Junction, CO 81506

    (970) 243-5437

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    Dr. Michael Whistler's Practice 2

    456 Kokopelli Blvd Unit D

    Fruita, CO 81521

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

    Dr. Whistler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851375315.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whistler?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Whistler's specialty?

    Dr. Whistler is a Pediatrician near Grand Junction, CO.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Michael Whistler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whistler is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Michael Whistler accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Whistler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Whistler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whistler's office at (970) 243-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Whistler?

    Please contact Dr. Whistler's office at (970) 243-5437 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whistler's office located?

    Dr. Whistler's offices are located in Grand Junction, CO and Fruita, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Whistler have?

    Dr. Michael Whistler is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.