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Who is Dr. Walz, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Amy Walz, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Walz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walz’s office at (312) 227-4000.
What languages does Dr. Walz speak?
Dr. Walz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Walz treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Walz 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. Walz. 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.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer of the Right Leg
- Bone Cancer of the Left Leg
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
- Right Lower Limb Bone Cancer
- Right Leg Bone Tumor
- Right Thigh Bone Cancer
- Right Shin Bone Cancer
- Left Lower Limb Bone Cancer
- Left Leg Bone Tumor
- Left Thigh Bone Cancer
- Left Shin Bone Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
- C4021: Malignant neoplasm of long bones of right lower limb
- C4022: Malignant neoplasm of long bones of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
- C493: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of thorax
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- History of kidney cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Wilms tumor
- Past kidney cancer
- Renal cancer survivor
- Previous kidney malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85528: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of kidney
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Sarcoma
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Tumor
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85831: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of soft tissue
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Personal History of Cancer
- Personal History of Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Past malignancy
- Previous cancer diagnosis
- History of tumor
- Past bone cancer
- Previous primary bone malignancy
- History of bone tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z859: Personal history of malignant neoplasm, unspecified
- Z85830: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Hepatoblastoma
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood liver cancer
- Embryonal liver cancer
- Malignant hepatoblastoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C222: Hepatoblastoma
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Adrenal Cancer
- Malignant Adrenal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Walz perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amy Walz may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Walz's office.
Does Dr. Walz accept my insurance?
Dr. Walz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walz accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Walz in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
South Carolina Medical Association
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Walz's office located?
What is Dr. Walz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043452436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walz
What is Dr. Amy Walz's specialty?
Dr. Walz is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Chicago, IL. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Walz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amy Walz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Walz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Amy Walz accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Amy Walz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Walz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walz's office at (312) 227-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Walz?
Please contact Dr. Walz's office at (312) 227-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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