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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walters, Vascular Surgeon in Prescott, AZ?
Dr. Alan Walters, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Prescott, AZ. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Walters graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, General Surgery; Univ Of Nd Sch Med & Hlth Sci, General Surgery. Dr. Walters is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walters’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walters’s office at (928) 771-1011.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Walters?
Dr. Alan Walters, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon 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. Walters empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Vascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Prescott/AZ community, Dr. Walters is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Walters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, General Surgery; Univ Of Nd Sch Med & Hlth Sci, General Surgery | U Ariz Tucson Hosps | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Nd Sch Of Med- Grand Forks Nd | University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Is Dr. Walters board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alan Walters, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Walters speak?
Dr. Walters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Walters treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Walters 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. Walters. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder problems
- Biliary tract disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K829: Disease of gallbladder, unspecified
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Walters perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Walters 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. Walters. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
- Repair of Sliding Inguinal Hernia
- Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Hernia Mesh Implantation
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
- Sliding Hernia Repair
- Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Repeat Groin Hernia Surgery
- Inguinal Hernia Recurrence Surgery
- Hernia Prosthesis Placement
- Incisional Hernia Mesh
- Ventral Hernia Mesh
- Soft Tissue Infection Mesh
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
- 49525: Repair inguinal hernia, sliding, any age
- 49520: Repair recurrent inguinal hernia, any age; reducible
- 49568: Implantation of mesh or other prosthesis for open incisional or ventral hernia repair or mesh for closure of debridement for necrotizing soft tissue infection (List separately in addition to code for the incisional or ventral hernia repair)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Resection
- Freeing Intestinal Adhesions
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
- Enterolysis
- Bowel Adhesion Removal
- Lysis of Intestinal Adhesions
- Release of Bowel Scar Tissue
CPT Codes:
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
- 44005: Enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Colon Removal with Reconnection
- Partial Colectomy with Colostomy (Hartmann's Procedure)
- Partial Colectomy with Anastomosis
- Bowel Resection (Partial Colon)
- Colon Segment Removal
- Colon Surgery with Reattachment
- Hartmann's Procedure
- Colon Resection with Colostomy
- Bowel Surgery with Stoma
CPT Codes:
- 44140: Colectomy, partial; with anastomosis
- 44143: Colectomy, partial; with end colostomy and closure of distal segment (Hartmann type procedure)
Also known as:
- Omentum Removal
- Appendectomy (During Other Surgery)
- Omentectomy
- Epiploectomy
- Resection of Omentum
- Appendix Removal
- Incidental Appendectomy
- Appendectomy with another procedure
CPT Codes:
- 49255: Omentectomy, epiploectomy, resection of omentum (separate procedure)
- 44955: Appendectomy; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (not as separate procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Perforation Repair
- Enterorrhaphy
- Small Bowel Suture
- Intestinal Ulcer Repair
- Diverticulum Repair
CPT Codes:
- 44602: Suture of small intestine (enterorrhaphy) for perforated ulcer, diverticulum, wound, injury or rupture; single perforation
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscess
- Peritoneal Abscess Drainage
- Abdominal Infection Drainage
- Open Peritonitis Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 49020: Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, exclusive of appendiceal abscess, open
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Ulcer Repair
- Perforated Ulcer Repair
- Gastric Ulcer Suture
- Duodenal Ulcer Surgery
- Stomach Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 43840: Gastrorrhaphy, suture of perforated duodenal or gastric ulcer, wound, or injury
Also known as:
- Colostomy or Cecostomy
- Ostomy
- Bowel Diversion Surgery
- Stoma Creation
- Colon Ostomy
- Cecum Ostomy
CPT Codes:
- 44320: Colostomy or skin level cecostomy;
Also known as:
- Repair of Perforated Large Intestine
- Colorrhaphy
- Suture of Large Intestine Perforation
- Colon Repair for Injury
- Repair of Bowel Perforation
CPT Codes:
- 44604: Suture of large intestine (colorrhaphy) for perforated ulcer, diverticulum, wound, injury or rupture (single or multiple perforations); without colostomy
Also known as:
- Removal of Abdominal Catheter
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter removal
- Tunneled catheter extraction
- Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Walters accept my insurance?
Dr. Walters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 771-1011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walters accept in Prescott, AZ?
Dr. Walters in Prescott, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bath Iron Works
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Community Care Plan
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Walters' office located?
Dr. Alan Walters' Primary Practice
804 Ainsworth Dr Ste 103
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 771-1011
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Alan Walters an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Walters has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Walters, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Walters's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982711057.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walters
What is Dr. Alan Walters's specialty?
Dr. Walters is a Vascular Surgeon near Prescott, AZ. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Walters to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Walters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walters is affiliated with Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alan Walters accepting new patients in Prescott, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Alan Walters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Walters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walters's office at (928) 771-1011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Walters?
Please contact Dr. Walters's office at (928) 771-1011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Walters have?
Dr. Alan Walters is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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