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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Salem, MA?
Dr. Michael Walger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salem, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Walger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walger’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walger’s office at (978) 354-3517.
Is Dr. Walger board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Walger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Walger speak?
Dr. Walger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Walger treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walger 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. Walger. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia with Behavioral Changes
- Dementia
- Dementia with behavioral problems
- Cognitive decline with behavior issues
- Memory loss with personality changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Walger perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Walger may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Walger's office.
Does Dr. Walger accept my insurance?
Dr. Walger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 354-3517 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walger accept in Salem, MA?
Dr. Walger in Salem, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
SGS North America Inc
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Walger's office located?
What is Dr. Walger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225142110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walger
What is Dr. Michael Walger's specialty?
Dr. Walger is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Salem, MA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Walger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Walger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walger is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Brigham and Women's 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Michael Walger accepting new patients in Salem, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Walger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Walger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walger's office at (978) 354-3517 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Walger?
Please contact Dr. Walger's office at (978) 354-3517 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Walger have?
Dr. Michael Walger is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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