EverydayHealthLogo
MW

Dr. Melissa Walker, MD, PHD

Pediatric Neurologist, Pediatrician, Pediatric Urologist, Neurologist, Urologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Melissa Walker, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Walker is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Walker is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, 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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Walker performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker 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. Walker accept in Boston, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St

    Boston, MA 02114

    Get Directions

    Dr. Melissa Walker's Practice 2

    1575 Cambridge St

    Cambridge, MA 02138

    Get Directions

    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 1942595608.

    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. Melissa Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.

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

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. 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. Melissa Walker accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Melissa Walker offer online booking?

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

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

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

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's offices are located in Boston, MA and Cambridge, MA.