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Dr. William Whaley, MD

Dr. William Whaley, MD

Blue Ridge, GA

53 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whaley, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Blue Ridge, GA?

    Dr. William Whaley, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Blue Ridge, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Whaley graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the Medical Association of Atlanta and Medical Association of Georgia. Dr. Whaley is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whaley’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whaley’s office at (706) 258-4140.

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

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Grady Memorial Hospital | Emory University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Whaley board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. William Whaley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1972, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1971, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1975

    What languages does Dr. Whaley speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Whaley treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Whaley 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. Whaley. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia
    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • CLL
    • B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphocytic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission

    What procedures does Dr. Whaley perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Whaley 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. Whaley. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Does Dr. Whaley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whaley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 258-4140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whaley accept in Blue Ridge, GA?

    Dr. Whaley in Blue Ridge, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whaley's office located?

    Dr. William Whaley's Primary Practice

    101 Riverstone Vis Ste 102

    Blue Ridge, GA 30513

    (706) 258-4140

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    Dr. William Whaley's Practice 2

    1045 Southcrest Dr Ste 200

    Stockbridge, GA 30281

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    Dr. William Whaley's Practice 3

    1100 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 600

    Sandy Springs, GA 30342

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Medical Association of Atlanta

    Member

    Medical Association of Georgia

    Member

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

    Dr. Whaley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679551261.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whaley?

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

    What is Dr. William Whaley's specialty?

    Dr. Whaley is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Blue Ridge, GA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Whaley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Whaley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whaley is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, GA 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Explore Hematology / Oncology Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is William Whaley accepting new patients in Blue Ridge, GA?

    Yes, Dr. William Whaley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Whaley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whaley's office at (706) 258-4140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Whaley?

    Please contact Dr. Whaley's office at (706) 258-4140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Whaley have?

    Dr. William Whaley is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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