Dr. Derek Casper Whitaker , MD
Orthopaedic Surgery • Augusta, GA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Derek Whitaker, MD is a certified Orthopaedic Surgery practicing in Augusta, GA. With approximately 28 years of clinical experience since graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine in 1998, Dr. Whitaker delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1120 15TH ST.
Dr. Whitaker maintains professional affiliations with Wellstar Medical Group Llc, Georgialina Physical Therapy Associates Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg, established patient outpatient office visit, aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
1120 15th St
Augusta, GA 309125741
Medicare Profile & Education
Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine
1998
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery in Augusta, GA
Practicing in Augusta, GA (797 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
J3301
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg
|
240 | 15 | $14.60 | $0.99 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
69 | 57 | $171.00 | $84.80 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
51 | 45 | $288.76 | $120.15 |
|
20610
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
|
42 | 23 | $321.55 | $76.85 |
|
27447
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee
|
12 | 12 | $5668.00 | $1220.08 |
|
99204
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
|
11 | 11 | $385.64 | $147.52 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2020-01-02NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Wellstar Medical Group Llc
1220 W Wheeler Pkwy, Augusta, GA 309096625
Phone: 7067218623
Wellstar Medical Group Llc
989 Saint Sebastian Way, Augusta, GA 309120004
Phone: 7067212171
Wellstar Medical Group Llc
1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 309120004
Phone: 7067218623
Georgialina Physical Therapy Associates Llc
1321 Interstate Pkwy, Augusta, GA 309095626
Phone: 7069450810
Wellstar Medical Group Llc
5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Kennesaw, GA 301527742
Phone: 7704248222
Secondary Practice Locations
300 W Hospital Rd, Fort Gordon
Fort Gordon, GA 309055741
Phone: 7067876158
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Internal Medicine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Internal Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Pediatrics
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Internal Medicine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
Registered at 1120 15TH ST, AUGUSTA, GA 309125741 (Tel: 7067218623)
Registered at 1120 15TH ST STE BI-1056, AUGUSTA, GA 309120004 (Tel: 7067218623)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 300 W HOSPITAL RD, FORT GORDON, FORT GORDON, GA 309055741 (Tel: 7067876158)
Registered at 300 W HOSPITAL RD, FORT GORDON, FORT GORDON, GA 309055741 (Tel: 7067876158)
Recorded as DEREK WHITAKER, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #0101102607 in VA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
1120 15th St Ste Bi-1056
Augusta, GA 309120004
Phone: 7067218623
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