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Dr. William Walker, MD

Richmond, VA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Physiatrist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. William Walker, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker completed his residency at Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, Anesthesiology; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (804) 828-4097.

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

    • Residency: Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, Anesthesiology; Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. William Walker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Walker treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Communication Problems from Brain Issues
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Cognitive-linguistic disorder
    • Trouble speaking after brain injury
    • Difficulty understanding language

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R41841: Cognitive communication deficit

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Post-Traumatic Headache
    • Post-Traumatic Headache
    • Headache
    • Long-term Headache after Injury
    • Persistent Concussion Headache
    • Headache after injury
    • Concussion Headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G44329: Chronic post-traumatic headache, not intractable
    • G44309: Post-traumatic headache, unspecified, not intractable

    Also known as:

    • Post-Concussion Syndrome
    • Concussion
    • PCS
    • Post-traumatic brain injury syndrome
    • Lingering concussion symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0781: Postconcussional syndrome

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Cognitive and Awareness Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Mental Function Issues
    • Thinking Problems
    • Awareness Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness

    Also known as:

    • Brain damage from lack of oxygen
    • Brain Disease
    • Anoxic brain injury
    • Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
    • Oxygen deprivation brain injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Mental Disorder
    • Psychiatric condition
    • Brain health issue
    • Emotional disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F068: Other specified mental disorders due to known physiological condition

    What procedures does Dr. Walker perform?

    As a Physiatrist, 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.

    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:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-4097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Richmond, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Iowa Health System

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. William Walker's Primary Practice

    1250 E Marshall St # R

    Richmond, VA 23298

    (804) 828-4097

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    Dr. William Walker's Practice 2

    2000 Wilkes Ridge Pl

    Richmond, VA 23233

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    Dr. William Walker's Practice 3

    417 N 11th St Fl 6

    Richmond, VA 23298

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    What is Dr. Walker's NPI number?An 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 1215044714.

    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. William Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is a Physiatrist near Richmond, VA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Walker to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with VCU Medical Center North Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary'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

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    Is William Walker accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

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

    Does Dr. William Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (804) 828-4097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Walker?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (804) 828-4097 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Walker have?

    Dr. William Walker is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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