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Dr. John Whitaker, MD

Fort Smith, AR

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    Who is Dr. Whitaker, Pediatrician in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. John Whitaker, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR. He is board certified. Dr. Whitaker graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Ar, Pediatrics. Dr. Whitaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitaker’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitaker’s office at (479) 484-5646.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Ar, Pediatrics | ARKANSAS CHILDRENS HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whitaker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Whitaker treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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.

    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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis media
    • Ear infection
    • Non-pus forming ear infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H65193: Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Whitaker perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. John Whitaker may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Whitaker's office.

    Does Dr. Whitaker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 484-5646 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whitaker accept in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. Whitaker in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Arkansas Municipal League

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • State of Arkansas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whitaker's office located?

    Dr. John Whitaker's Primary Practice

    2713 S 74th St Ste 408

    Fort Smith, AR 72903

    (479) 484-5646

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    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 1467461764.

    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. John Whitaker's specialty?

    Dr. Whitaker is a Pediatrician near Fort Smith, AR. 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. Contact Dr. Whitaker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Whitaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Whitaker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 John Whitaker accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?

    Yes, Dr. John Whitaker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Whitaker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitaker's office at (479) 484-5646 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Whitaker?

    Please contact Dr. Whitaker's office at (479) 484-5646 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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