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Dr. Michael Walger, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Salem, MA

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. Dr. Walger is currently affiliated with Beverly Hospital Emergency Room. Dr. Walger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walger’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walger typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walger typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Walger may include:

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

    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

    • BMC Health System

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walger's office located?

    Dr. Michael Walger's Primary Practice

    81 Highland Ave

    Salem, MA 01970

    (978) 354-3517

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    Beverly Hospital Emergency Room

    85 Herrick St

    Beverly, MA 01915

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    Dr. Michael Walger's Practice 3

    1 Hospital Rd

    Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

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    What is Dr. Walger's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Salem, MA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is 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 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. 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 Dr. Michael Walger?

    Please contact Dr. Walger's office at (978) 354-3517 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walger's office located?

    Dr. Walger's offices are located in Salem, MA, Beverly, MA, and Oak Bluffs, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Walger have?

    Dr. Michael Walger is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.