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Dr. Walter Wynkoop, MD

Dr. Walter Wynkoop, MD

Forked River, NJ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wynkoop, Pulmonologist in Forked River, NJ?

    Dr. Walter Wynkoop, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Forked River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wynkoop graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program. Dr. Wynkoop is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wynkoop’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wynkoop’s office.

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

    • Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wynkoop board certified in Pulmonologist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Wynkoop speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wynkoop treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Wynkoop 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. Wynkoop. 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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Asthma Disorder
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45998: Other asthma
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
    • Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia from Other Specified Infection
    • Pneumonia
    • Infectious Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Atypical Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J168: Pneumonia due to other specified infectious organisms

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Does Dr. Wynkoop accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wynkoop accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wynkoop accept in Forked River, NJ?

    Dr. Wynkoop in Forked River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Pan American Life

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wynkoop's office located?

    Dr. Walter Wynkoop's Primary Practice

    730 Lacey Rd Ste G

    Forked River, NJ 08731

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    Dr. Walter Wynkoop's Practice 2

    457 Jack Martin Blvd Ste 4

    Brick, NJ 08724

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    Dr. Walter Wynkoop's Practice 3

    70 Lacey Rd

    Whiting, NJ 08759

    (732) 350-4777

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

    Dr. Wynkoop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992774657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wynkoop?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Wynkoop's specialty?

    Dr. Wynkoop is a Pulmonologist near Forked River, NJ. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Wynkoop to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wynkoop is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Ocean University 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 Pulmonologist?

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    Is Walter Wynkoop accepting new patients in Forked River, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Walter Wynkoop offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Wynkoop?

    Please contact Dr. Wynkoop's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Wynkoop have?

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

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