Summary

Dr. Robert Whitmore is a family medicine physician with additional training in surgery who has been practicing for 21 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia, bringing over two decades of comprehensive healthcare experience to his practice. Dr. Whitmore is board-certified and provides care in English.

Dr. Whitmore practices at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake, Iowa, and maintains hospital affiliations with UAB St. Vincent's St. Clair. His clinical expertise includes managing Type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, along with evaluating patients with abdominal pain. He performs diagnostic imaging procedures such as CT scans and chest X-rays to help diagnose various conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.1
  • 21 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Lester Whitmore

  • 1st Agency
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • State Farm
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - HMO
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Lester Whitmore has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Lester Whitmore has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Obstetrics
  • Surgery
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Dr. Robert Lester Whitmore holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Whitmore's NPI number is 1346358991.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Robert Whitmore accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Whitmore has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Robert Whitmore's office located?
Dr. Robert Whitmore's office is located at 1525 W 5th St, Storm Lake, IA, 50588.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Whitmore affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Whitmore is affiliated with Uab St Vincents St Clair.
What languages does Dr. Robert Whitmore speak?
Dr. Robert Whitmore speaks English.
Does Dr. Robert Whitmore accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Whitmore accepts on their Vitals profile.

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