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Dr. John Walker, DO

Anesthesiologist

Somerville, NJ

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Anesthesiologist in Somerville, NJ?

    Dr. John Walker, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Somerville, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St Barnabas Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, 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 (732) 271-1400.

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

    • Residency: St Barnabas Med Ctr, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Walker, DO 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

    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:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Severe bipolar depression
    • Major depressive episode in bipolar
    • Profound low mood in bipolar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    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:

    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 271-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Somerville, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. John Walker's Primary Practice

    110 Rehill Ave

    Somerville, NJ 08876

    (732) 271-1400

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    Dr. John Walker's Practice 2

    511 Courtyard Dr

    Hillsborough, NJ 08844

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    Dr. John Walker's Practice 3

    285 Davidson Ave Ste 204

    Somerset, NJ 08873

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    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 1013974500.

    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 Somerville, NJ.

    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 Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset 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

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

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    Is Dr. John Walker accepting new patients in Somerville, NJ?

    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 (732) 271-1400 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 (732) 271-1400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's offices are located in Somerville, NJ, Hillsborough, NJ, and Somerset, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Walker have?

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