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Dr. Wendy Walker, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Petoskey, MI

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Family Medicine Specialist in Petoskey, MI?

    Dr. Wendy Walker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Petoskey, MI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine and completed her residency at Midmichigan Med Ctr-Midland, Family Medicine. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (231) 347-5400.

    Where did Dr. Walker go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Midmichigan Med Ctr-Midland, Family Medicine | MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland Program

    • Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Walker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

    Dr. Walker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walker 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. Walker. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wendy Walker may include:

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 347-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Petoskey, MI?

    Dr. Walker in Petoskey, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Group Marketing Services

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Reliance Healthcare Management

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Walker's Primary Practice

    405 N Division Rd Ste 4

    Petoskey, MI 49770

    (231) 347-5400

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    Dr. Wendy Walker's Practice 2

    8881 M 119

    Harbor Springs, MI 49740

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    What is Dr. Walker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053379834.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walker?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walker

    What is Dr. Wendy Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Petoskey, MI.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Wendy Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Mclaren Northern Michigan, Henry Ford Hospital, Charlevoix Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Wendy Walker accepting new patients in Petoskey, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Walker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (231) 347-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wendy Walker?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (231) 347-5400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's offices are located in Petoskey, MI and Harbor Springs, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Walker have?

    Dr. Wendy Walker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.