Dr. Joseph Walek, MD

Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Pulmonologist

Gardner, MA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Walek, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Gardner, MA?

Dr. Joseph Walek, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Gardner, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Walek completed his residency at Metrowest Medical Center Framingham Union Hospital. Dr. Walek is fluent in English, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walek’s office.

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

Residency: Metrowest Medical Center Framingham Union Hospital
Medical School: Medical Academy; Krakow, Poland | Academy Of Medicine, Warsaw University

Is Dr. Walek board certified as a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?

Yes, Dr. Joseph Walek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Walek speak?

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

English
Polish
Spanish

What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Walek typically treat?

As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Walek 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. Walek. 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:

Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea
OSA
Blocked airway during sleep
Snoring and gasping during sleep

ICD-10 Codes:

G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

Also known as:

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

ICD-10 Codes:

J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

Also known as:

Asthma
Reactive Airway Disease
Bronchial Asthma
Allergic Asthma

ICD-10 Codes:

J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Walek typically perform?

As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Walek may include:

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

Does Dr. Walek accept my insurance?

Dr. Walek 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. Walek accept in Gardner, MA?

Dr. Walek in Gardner, MA 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. Walek's office located?

Dr. Joseph Walek's Primary Practice

242 Green St

Gardner, MA 01440

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Dr. Joseph Walek's Practice 2

2033 Main St

Athol, MA 01331

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What hospitals are Dr. Walek affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Walek has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Tufts Medical Center,Boston, MA

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 5 Procedures

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

Dr. Walek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902891435.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walek?

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

What is Dr. Joseph Walek's specialty?

Dr. Walek is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Gardner, MA.

What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.

Is Dr. Joseph Walek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Walek is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center 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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