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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walker, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist in North Charleston, SC?
Dr. Heather Walker, MD is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Charleston, SC. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (843) 820-7777.
What languages does Dr. Walker speak?
Dr. Walker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Walker treat?
As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walker 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. Walker. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Which procedures does Dr. Walker perform as a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist?
As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Walker may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Walker's office.
Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?
Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 820-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in North Charleston, SC?
Dr. Walker in North Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Medicare
State of South Carolina
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Walker's office located?
Dr. Heather Walker's Primary Practice
9181 Medcom St
North Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 820-7777
What is Dr. Walker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194929984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walker
What is Dr. Heather Walker's specialty?
Dr. Walker is a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist near North Charleston, SC. A physician who focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of traumatic spinal cord injuries and non-traumatic causes of spinal cord dysfunction through an interdisciplinary approach. This specialist provides care to patients of all ages throughout their lives, addressing associated medical, physical, psychological, and vocational disabilities and complications. Contact Dr. Walker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital-UNC which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist?
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Is Heather Walker accepting new patients in North Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Heather Walker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Walker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (843) 820-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Walker?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (843) 820-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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