Dr. William Whitehead, MD
General Surgery
21+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. William Whitehead
William Whitehead, MD is a healthcare provider practicing in San Angelo, TX.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
27
Years Experience
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Baylor College Of Medicine
Class of 1999
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | M0605 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. William Whitehead
With 21 years of practice, Dr. William Whitehead is an established general surgery provider, MD, after earning their medical degree at Baylor College Of Medicine in 1999. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Shannon Clinic in San Angelo, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487635876, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. William Whitehead as a moderate-volume general surgery provider, treating approximately 533 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 806 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates balanced experience across typical Medicare conditions.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. William Whitehead received $50 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$50
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 76903
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. William Whitehead
What does Dr. William Whitehead specialize in?
Dr. William Whitehead specializes in General Surgery.
Where does Dr. William Whitehead practice?
Dr. William Whitehead practices at Shannon Clinic in San Angelo, Texas. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. William Whitehead accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. William Whitehead accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 533 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. William Whitehead's NPI number?
Dr. William Whitehead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487635876. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. William Whitehead been practicing?
Dr. William Whitehead has approximately 21 years of practice experience, having graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1999.