Dr. Michael Walter, MD

Maryville, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Walter, Critical Care Internist in Maryville, IL?

Dr. Michael Walter, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Maryville, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Walter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walter’s office at (314) 344-6000.

Is Dr. Walter board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

Yes, Dr. Michael Walter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Walter speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Walter typically treat?

As a Critical Care Internist, 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:

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
R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

Also known as:

Asthma
Reactive Airway Disease
Bronchial Asthma
Allergic Asthma

ICD-10 Codes:

J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Walter typically perform?

As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael 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 call our office at (314) 344-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Walter accept in Maryville, IL?

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

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Essence Healthcare
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Walter's office located?

Dr. Michael Walter's Primary Practice

6812 State Route 162 Ste 202

Maryville, IL 62062

(314) 344-6000

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Dr. Michael Walter's Practice 2

12303 De Paul Dr

Bridgeton, MO 63044

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What hospitals are Dr. Walter affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Walter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Anderson Hospital,Maryville, IL

Ranked Hysterectomy

Mercy Hospital St. Louis,St Louis, MO

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

Community Hospital Of Staunton,Staunton, IL

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 1629096359.

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. Michael Walter's specialty?

Dr. Walter is a Critical Care Internist near Maryville, IL.

What does a Critical Care Internist do?

An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

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

Yes, Dr. Walter is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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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