Expertise in
22
conditions

Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell

Neurology
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
1055 N Curtis Rd, 
Boise, ID 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
22
conditions
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
1055 N Curtis Rd, 
Boise, ID 

Overview

Jackie Whitesell is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boise, Idaho.

Dr. Whitesell is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inclusion Body Myositis, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Whitesell is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in ID

Hospital Affiliations

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
St Luke's Regional Medical Center
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center Ontario
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • POS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Change Healthcare
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Cigna
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  • HMO
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • PPO
Highmark
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  • HMO
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Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
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  • PPO
Mountain Health
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  • POS
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PacificSource
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Premera Blue Cross
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
SelectHealth
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
1055 N Curtis Rd, Boise, ID 83706

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Whitesell has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Total Publications

DNL343 and Disease Progression in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
DNL343 and Disease Progression in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Journal: JAMA network open
Published: September 22, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell by calling their office at 208-367-2121. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell a top-rated expert for Inclusion Body Myositis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell is classified as an Advanced expert for Inclusion Body Myositis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell specialize in?

While Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Inclusion Body Myositis, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Inclusion Body Myositis. You can view a list of Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell accept my insurance?

Dr. Jackie J. Whitesell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 208-367-2121 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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