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Dr. Gina Walton, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walton, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Gina Walton, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Walton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walton’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Walton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Walton typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Walton 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. Walton. 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:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Walton typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gina Walton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Walton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Walton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walton accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Walton in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

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    Where is Dr. Walton's office located?

    Dr. Gina Walton's Primary Practice

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd # 4

    Memphis, TN 38120

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    Dr. Gina Walton's Practice 2

    6225 Humphreys Blvd

    Memphis, TN 38120

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    Dr. Gina Walton's Practice 3

    36 Capital Way Ste E

    Atoka, TN 38004

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    What hospitals are Dr. Walton affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Walton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Walton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Walton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487745337.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walton

    What is Dr. Gina Walton's specialty?

    Dr. Walton is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Memphis, TN.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Gina Walton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walton is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Gina Walton accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Gina Walton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gina Walton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gina Walton?

    Please contact Dr. Walton's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walton's office located?

    Dr. Walton's offices are located in Memphis, TN and Atoka, TN.