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Dr. John Walters, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist

Cleveland, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walters, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. John Walters, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Walters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walters’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walters’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Walters speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walters typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walters 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. Walters. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walters typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Walters may include:

    Please contact Dr. Walters' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Walters accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walters 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. Walters accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Walters in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walters' office located?

    Dr. John Walters' Primary Practice

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

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    Dr. John Walters' Practice 2

    27100 Cedar Rd

    Beachwood, OH 44122

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    Dr. John Walters' Practice 3

    29101 Health Campus Dr Ste 400

    Westlake, OH 44145

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    What is Dr. Walters's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Walters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316157191.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walters?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walters

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. John Walters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walters is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Marymount Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Aultman 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. 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. John Walters accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. John Walters is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Walters offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Walters?

    Please contact Dr. Walters' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walters' office located?

    Dr. Walters' offices are located in Cleveland, OH, Beachwood, OH, and Westlake, OH.