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Dr. Careen Whitley, MD

Dr. Careen Whitley, MD

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whitley, Family Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Careen Whitley, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Whitley graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Whitley is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitley’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitley’s office at (510) 271-4400.

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

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Whitley board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Careen Whitley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Whitley speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Whitley treat?

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

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Whitley perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Careen Whitley may include:

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

    Does Dr. Whitley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whitley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 271-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whitley accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Whitley in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Carpenters Health and Welfare Trust Fund (CA)

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Whitley's office located?

    Dr. Careen Whitley's Primary Practice

    350 30th St Ste 407

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (510) 271-4400

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    Dr. Careen Whitley's Practice 2

    3300 Webster St Ste 1000

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (510) 271-4400

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

    Dr. Whitley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700841707.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitley?

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

    What is Dr. Careen Whitley's specialty?

    Dr. Whitley is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Whitley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Careen Whitley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whitley is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Careen Whitley accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Careen Whitley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Careen Whitley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whitley's office at (510) 271-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Careen Whitley?

    Please contact Dr. Whitley's office at (510) 271-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Careen Whitley have?

    Dr. Careen Whitley is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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