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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Whitcomb, Hospitalist in Northampton, MA?
Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Northampton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Whitcomb completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Whitcomb is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Whitcomb’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Whitcomb’s office at (413) 794-8120.
Where did Dr. Whitcomb go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Whitcomb board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Whitcomb speak?
Dr. Whitcomb and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Whitcomb treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Whitcomb 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. Whitcomb. 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:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Abnormal Posture
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Poor Posture
- Postural Imbalance
- Stooped Posture
ICD-10 Codes:
- R293: Abnormal posture
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Whitcomb perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Whitcomb performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Whitcomb. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Whitcomb accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitcomb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-8120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitcomb accept in Northampton, MA?
Dr. Whitcomb in Northampton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health New England
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Whitcomb's office located?
What is Dr. Whitcomb's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitcomb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558328898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitcomb?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitcomb
What is Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb's specialty?
Dr. Whitcomb is a Hospitalist near Northampton, MA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Whitcomb to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Whitcomb is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Winthrop Whitcomb accepting new patients in Northampton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Whitcomb's office at (413) 794-8120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Winthrop Whitcomb?
Please contact Dr. Whitcomb's office at (413) 794-8120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb have?
Dr. Winthrop Whitcomb is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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