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Dr. Richard Whalen, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Norfolk, VA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whalen, Family Medicine Specialist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Richard Whalen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Whalen graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Portsmouth Fam Prac Ctr, Family Medicine; Eastern Va Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Whalen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whalen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whalen’s office at (757) 397-6344.

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

    • Residency: Portsmouth Fam Prac Ctr, Family Medicine; Eastern Va Med Sch, Family Medicine | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Whalen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Whalen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whalen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whalen typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen. 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:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular 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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whalen typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Whalen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Whalen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whalen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 397-6344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whalen accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Whalen in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Whalen's office located?

    Dr. Richard Whalen's Primary Practice

    825 Fairfax Ave Ste 118

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (757) 397-6344

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

    Dr. Whalen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003881483.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whalen?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Whalen's specialty?

    Dr. Whalen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Norfolk, VA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Richard Whalen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whalen is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Richard Whalen accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Whalen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Whalen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (757) 397-6344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Whalen?

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office at (757) 397-6344 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whalen's office located?

    Dr. Whalen's office is located in Norfolk, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Whalen have?

    Dr. Richard Whalen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.