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Dr. Salli Whisman, MD
Lexington, KY
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whisman, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Salli Whisman, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Whisman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whisman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whisman’s office at (859) 260-6856.
Is Dr. Whisman board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Salli Whisman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whisman speak?
Dr. Whisman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whisman typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whisman 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. Whisman. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Disease
- Heart Condition
- Cardiac Disease
- Heart Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I519: Heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whisman typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Salli Whisman may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Whisman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Whisman accept my insurance?
Dr. Whisman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 260-6856 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whisman accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Whisman in Lexington, KY 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Whisman's office located?
Dr. Salli Whisman's Primary Practice
1733 Harrodsburg Rd
Lexington, KY 40504
(859) 260-6856
What is Dr. Whisman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whisman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295708493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whisman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whisman
What is Dr. Salli Whisman's specialty?
Dr. Whisman is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Salli Whisman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whisman is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Frankfort Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Salli Whisman accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Salli Whisman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salli Whisman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whisman's office at (859) 260-6856 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salli Whisman?
Please contact Dr. Whisman's office at (859) 260-6856 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salli Whisman have?
Dr. Salli Whisman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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