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Dr. Robert Walter, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist, Critical Care Internist

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walter, Pulmonologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Robert Walter, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Walter is fluent in English, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walter’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walter’s office.
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    Castle Connolly Top Doctor

    Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Walter?

    Dr. Robert Walter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Walter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Shreveport, LA community, Dr. Walter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Walter speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Walter typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Walter 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. Walter. 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:

    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • I2729: Other secondary pulmonary hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Walter typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Walter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Walter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walter 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. Walter accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Walter in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walter's office located?

    Dr. Robert Walter's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

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    Dr. Robert Walter's Practice 2

    501 Keyser Ave

    Natchitoches, LA 71457

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    Dr. Robert Walter's Practice 3

    1512 W Kirby Pl

    Shreveport, LA 71103

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    What hospitals are Dr. Walter affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Walter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center,Shreveport, LA

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

    Dr. Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205884319.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walter?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Walter's specialty?

    Dr. Walter is a Pulmonologist near Shreveport, LA.

    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 Dr. Robert Walter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walter is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Robert Walter accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Robert Walter offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Walter?

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

    Where is Dr. Walter's office located?

    Dr. Walter's offices are located in Shreveport, LA and Natchitoches, LA.