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Dr. Lori Whelan, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Tulsa, OK

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Whelan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Lori Whelan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Whelan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whelan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whelan’s office at (918) 494-1817.

    What languages does Dr. Whelan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whelan typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Whelan 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. Whelan. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Whelan typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lori Whelan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Whelan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Whelan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 494-1817 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Whelan accept in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Whelan in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Indian Health Services

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of Utah

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    Where is Dr. Whelan's office located?

    Er Dept

    6161 S Yale Ave

    Tulsa, OK 74136

    (918) 494-1817

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

    Dr. Whelan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487611919.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whelan?

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

    What is Dr. Lori Whelan's specialty?

    Dr. Whelan is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tulsa, OK.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Lori Whelan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Whelan is affiliated with Hillcrest Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa, Ascension St. John Medical Center, Mcalester Regional Health Center, Ascension St. John Owasso, Cherokee Nation W. W. Hastings 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Lori Whelan accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Lori Whelan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lori Whelan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (918) 494-1817 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lori Whelan?

    Please contact Dr. Whelan's office at (918) 494-1817 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Whelan's office located?

    Dr. Whelan's office is located in Tulsa, OK.