EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. John Walker, MD

Dr. John Walker, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

San Diego, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. John Walker, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp. Dr. Walker is fluent in English and Russian, 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 (858) 565-9666.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp | Massachusetts General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Walker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Acute pain after chest surgery
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain
    • Post-thoracotomy pain
    • Chest surgery pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
    • G8912: Acute post-thoracotomy pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block
    • Mid-Back Nerve Block
    • Thoracic Spinal Nerve Injection
    • Paravertebral Pain Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64461: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; single injection site (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. John Walker's Primary Practice

    3626 Ruffin Rd

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 565-9666

    Get Directions

    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 1114951696.

    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. John Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is an Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, Sharp Memorial 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. John Walker accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. John Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (858) 565-9666 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Walker have?

    Dr. John Walker is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.