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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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) 227-4090.
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
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left 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:
- 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:
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Cancer
- Sarcoma
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85831: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of soft tissue
What procedures does Dr. Walz perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Walz 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. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Walz accept my insurance?
Dr. Walz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 227-4090 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Illinois
Tria Health
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?
Yes, Dr. Walz is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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
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) 227-4090 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) 227-4090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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