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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitsel, Hospitalist in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Carol Whitsel, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Springfield, OR with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Whitsel completed her residency at Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Whitsel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitsel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitsel’s office.
Where did Dr. Whitsel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Whitsel board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Carol Whitsel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whitsel speak?
Dr. Whitsel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Whitsel typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Whitsel 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. Whitsel. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Whitsel typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Whitsel may include:
Please contact Dr. Whitsel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Whitsel accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitsel 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. Whitsel accept in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Whitsel in Springfield, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Providence Health & Services
Samaritan Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Whitsel's office located?
What is Dr. Whitsel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitsel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346229549.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitsel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitsel
What is Dr. Carol Whitsel's specialty?
Dr. Whitsel is a Hospitalist near Springfield, OR.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Carol Whitsel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whitsel is affiliated with Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carol Whitsel accepting new patients in Springfield, OR?
Yes, Dr. Carol Whitsel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Whitsel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitsel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Whitsel?
Please contact Dr. Whitsel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carol Whitsel have?
Dr. Carol Whitsel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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