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Dr. James Walter, MD

Davison, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walter, Internist in Davison, MI?

    Dr. James Walter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Davison, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Walter graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Walter is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walter’s office at (810) 653-4145.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Fairview University Med Center | University of Minnesota Medical School Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Walter board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Walter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Walter speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Walter typically treat?

    As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Walter typically perform?

    As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Shave biopsy
    • Tangential skin biopsy
    • Scoop biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
    • 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
    • Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
    • Multiple Skin Tag Removal
    • Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Walter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 653-4145 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walter accept in Davison, MI?

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

    Top Insurances

    • ASR Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corewell Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Walter's office located?

    Dr. James Walter's Primary Practice

    8020 Davison Rd

    Davison, MI 48423

    (810) 653-4145

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    Dr. James Walter's Practice 2

    3495 S Center Rd

    Burton, MI 48519

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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 1912009580.

    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. James Walter's specialty?

    Dr. Walter is a Internist near Davison, MI.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Walter is affiliated with Ascension Genesys Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital, Mclaren Flint, Munson Medical Center, Medina Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University 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 James Walter accepting new patients in Davison, MI?

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

    Does Dr. James Walter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walter's office at (810) 653-4145 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Walter?

    Please contact Dr. Walter's office at (810) 653-4145 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Walter have?

    Dr. James Walter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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