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Dr. Matthew Walker, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist, Neuroradiologist

Northfield, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Diagnostic Radiologist in Northfield, IL?

    Dr. Matthew Walker, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Northfield, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Walker completed his residency at Summa Health System, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (847) 570-2475.

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

    • Residency: Summa Health System, Orthopedic Surgery

    • Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Walker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Brain Ischemia
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Brain Hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6782: Cerebral ischemia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Walker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-2475 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Northfield, IL?

    Dr. Walker in Northfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fidelity Insurance Group

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Walker's Primary Practice

    211 Waukegan Rd Ste 200

    Northfield, IL 60093

    (847) 570-2475

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    Department Of Radiology

    1300 Oak Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

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    Dr. Matthew Walker's Practice 3

    4901 Searle Pkwy Ste 150

    Skokie, IL 60077

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    What is Dr. Walker's NPI number?A 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 1447276126.

    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. Matthew Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Northfield, IL.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Matthew Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Osf Healthcare St. Mary Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Matthew Walker accepting new patients in Northfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Walker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (847) 570-2475 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Walker?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (847) 570-2475 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's offices are located in Northfield, IL, Evanston, IL, and Skokie, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Walker have?

    Dr. Matthew Walker is certified by the American Board of Radiology.