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. 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 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 as a 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Wynkoop typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Asthma Disorder
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45998: Other asthma
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Wynkoop typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Wynkoop may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Wynkoop's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Pan American Life
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wynkoop's office located?
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.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
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, Community Medical Center - Toms River, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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 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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