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Who is Dr. Walker, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Allison Walker is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Walker graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. 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 (225) 769-5554.
Where did Dr. Walker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Walker speak?
Dr. Walker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Walker treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
What procedures does Dr. Walker perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Implanted Pain Pump Reprogramming and Refill
- Intrathecal pump refill
- Epidural pump management
- Pain pump adjustment
- Implanted drug pump service
CPT Codes:
- 62369: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill
Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?
Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-5554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Walker in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Walker's office located?
Dr. Allison Walker's Primary Practice
5408 Flanders Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-5554
What is Dr. Walker's NPI number?An 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 1427028042.
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. Allison Walker's specialty?
Dr. Walker is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Walker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Allison Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Southwest Mississippi Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Allison Walker accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Allison Walker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Allison Walker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (225) 769-5554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Allison Walker?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (225) 769-5554 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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