Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whittington, Internist in Fillmore, UT?
Dr. Richard Whittington, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fillmore, UT. Dr. Whittington graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern Univ Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Whittington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whittington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whittington’s office at (801) 501-2240.
Where did Dr. Whittington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Univ Med Sch, Internal Medicine | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whittington speak?
Dr. Whittington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Whittington typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Whittington 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. Whittington. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Whittington typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Whittington may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Whittington accept my insurance?
Dr. Whittington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 501-2240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whittington accept in Fillmore, UT?
Dr. Whittington in Fillmore, UT 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Whittington's office located?
Dr. Richard Whittington's Primary Practice
700 S Highway 99 Ste 3
Fillmore, UT 84631
(801) 501-2240
What is Dr. Whittington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whittington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750391322.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whittington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whittington
What is Dr. Richard Whittington's specialty?
Dr. Whittington is a Internist near Fillmore, UT.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Whittington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Whittington is affiliated with Alta View Hospital, Riverton Hospital, Intermountain Medical Center, Lone Peak Hospital, Good Samaritan 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
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Is Richard Whittington accepting new patients in Fillmore, UT?
Yes, Dr. Richard Whittington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Whittington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (801) 501-2240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Whittington?
Please contact Dr. Whittington's office at (801) 501-2240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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