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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bantom, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Walter Bantom, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Bantom graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at MERCY HOSPITAL. Dr. Bantom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bantom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bantom’s office.
Where did Dr. Bantom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bantom speak?
Dr. Bantom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bantom typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bantom 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. Bantom. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- POAG
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bantom typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Bantom may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Bantom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bantom accept my insurance?
Dr. Bantom 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. Bantom accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Bantom in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Health Options Administered Payer
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bantom's office located?
What is Dr. Bantom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bantom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194741710.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bantom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bantom
What is Dr. Walter Bantom's specialty?
Dr. Bantom is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Walter Bantom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bantom is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Lankenau Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian 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 Bantom accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Bantom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Bantom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bantom's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Bantom?
Please contact Dr. Bantom's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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