37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Watkins, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Roswell, GA?
Dr. Walter Watkins is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Roswell, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Watkins completed his residency at Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (770) 751-2567.
Where did Dr. Watkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Naval Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
Is Dr. Watkins board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Watkins is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Watkins may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 751-2567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Roswell, GA?
Dr. Watkins in Roswell, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710087986.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. Walter Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Roswell, GA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Walter Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Watkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Walter Watkins accepting new patients in Roswell, GA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (770) 751-2567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (770) 751-2567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Watkins have?
Dr. Walter Watkins is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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