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Dr. Robert Walter, MD

Wilmington, DE

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    Who is Dr. Walter, Pediatrician in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Robert Walter, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Walter graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Walter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walter’s office at (302) 478-1885.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Walter?

    Dr. Robert Walter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Walter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adolescent Medicine, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wilmington/DE community, Dr. Walter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology | MC GAW MEDICAL CENTER NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

    • Medical School: University Auto De Ciudad Juarez, Esc De Med, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Walter board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Walter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Walter speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Walter treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Walter 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. Walter. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F801: Expressive language disorder
    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Hearing Sensations
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Unusual Ear Sounds
    • Distorted Hearing
    • Auditory Hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H93293: Other abnormal auditory perceptions, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Child Development
    • Child Development
    • Developmental delay
    • Slow development in children
    • Milestone delays

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R620: Delayed milestone in childhood

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    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:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    What procedures does Dr. Walter perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Walter 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. Walter. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Walter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 478-1885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walter accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Walter in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • Crestpoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Walter's office located?

    Dr. Robert Walter's Primary Practice

    3521 Silverside Rd Ste 1F

    Wilmington, DE 19810

    (302) 478-1885

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

    Dr. Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023123973.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walter?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Walter's specialty?

    Dr. Walter is a Pediatrician near Wilmington, DE. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Walter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Walter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Walter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Christiana Hospital, Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Robert Walter accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Walter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Walter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walter's office at (302) 478-1885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Walter?

    Please contact Dr. Walter's office at (302) 478-1885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Walter have?

    Dr. Robert Walter is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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