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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walker, Family Medicine Specialist in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Kathryn Walker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. 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 (630) 357-7979.
Is Dr. Walker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walker typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walker performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?
Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 357-7979 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Walker in Elmhurst, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Walker's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Walker's Primary Practice
155 E Brush Hill Rd
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 357-7979
What hospitals are Dr. Walker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Walker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Endeavor Health Edward Hospital,Naperville, IL
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Endeavor Health Edward Hospital,Naperville, IL
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, ILRanked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital,Elmhurst, ILRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital,Elmhurst, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital,Chicago, ILRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
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 1235396201.
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. Kathryn Walker's specialty?
Dr. Walker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elmhurst, IL.
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. Kathryn Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital 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
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Is Dr. Kathryn Walker accepting new patients in Elmhurst, IL?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Walker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Walker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (630) 357-7979 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Walker?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (630) 357-7979 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Walker's office located?
Dr. Walker's offices are located in Elmhurst, IL and Naperville, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathryn Walker have?
Dr. Kathryn Walker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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