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Dr. John Whalen, MD

Dr. John Whalen, MD

Nephrologist

Dubuque, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whalen, Nephrologist in Dubuque, IA?

    Dr. John Whalen, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Dubuque, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Whalen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Nephrology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine. Dr. Whalen is fluent in English, 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.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Nephrology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Whalen board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Whalen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whalen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Whalen typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Whalen typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. John 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 contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whalen accept in Dubuque, IA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medical Associates

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Whalen's office located?

    Dr. John Whalen's Primary Practice

    1500 Delhi St Ste 2100

    Dubuque, IA 52001

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    Dr. John Whalen's Practice 2

    1250 E Business Highway 151

    Platteville, WI 53818

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    Dr. John Whalen's Practice 3

    1450 Eastside Rd

    Platteville, WI 53818

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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 1285694802.

    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. John Whalen's specialty?

    Dr. Whalen is a Nephrologist near Dubuque, IA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

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

    Yes, Dr. Whalen is affiliated with Southwest Health Center, Mercyone Clinton Medical Center, Morrison Community Hospital, Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street, Genesis Medical Center-Dewitt 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. John Whalen accepting new patients in Dubuque, IA?

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

    Does Dr. John Whalen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Whalen's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whalen's office located?

    Dr. Whalen's offices are located in Dubuque, IA and Platteville, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Whalen have?

    Dr. John Whalen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.