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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walta, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Michael Walta, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Walta graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Walta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walta’s office at (505) 841-1125.
Where did Dr. Walta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Walta board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Walta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Walta speak?
Dr. Walta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walta typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walta 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. Walta. 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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walta typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Walta may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Walta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Walta accept my insurance?
Dr. Walta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walta accept in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Walta in Santa Fe, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Walta's office located?
What is Dr. Walta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770643272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walta
What is Dr. Michael Walta's specialty?
Dr. Walta is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Santa Fe, NM.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Michael Walta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walta is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Walta accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?
Yes, Dr. Michael Walta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Walta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walta's office at (505) 841-1125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Walta?
Please contact Dr. Walta's office at (505) 841-1125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Walta have?
Dr. Michael Walta is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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