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Dr. Walker Hickerson, MD

Hiram, GA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hickerson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hiram, GA?

    Dr. Walker Hickerson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hiram, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hickerson graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Emergency Medicine Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hickerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hickerson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hickerson’s office at (770) 732-4000.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Emergency Medicine Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine | Medical Center of Central Georgia Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Hickerson board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Walker Hickerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hickerson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hickerson treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hickerson 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. Hickerson. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bruise on Head
    • Bruises
    • Head contusion
    • Head bump
    • Black and blue mark on head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0093XA: Contusion of unspecified part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Which procedures does Dr. Hickerson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Walker Hickerson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hickerson's office.

    Does Dr. Hickerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hickerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 732-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hickerson accept in Hiram, GA?

    Dr. Hickerson in Hiram, GA 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 Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hickerson's office located?

    Dr. Walker Hickerson's Primary Practice

    2518 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy

    Hiram, GA 30141

    (770) 732-4000

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    Dr. Walker Hickerson's Practice 2

    3950 Austell Rd

    Austell, GA 30106

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

    Dr. Hickerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962516492.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hickerson?

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

    What is Dr. Walker Hickerson's specialty?

    Dr. Hickerson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hiram, GA. 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. Hickerson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hickerson is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Emory Decatur Hospital, Tanner Medical Center - Villa Rica, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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 Walker Hickerson accepting new patients in Hiram, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Walker Hickerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hickerson's office at (770) 732-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walker Hickerson?

    Please contact Dr. Hickerson's office at (770) 732-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walker Hickerson have?

    Dr. Walker Hickerson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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