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Dr. Heather Walker, MD

Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, Physiatrist

North Charleston, SC

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. Dr. Walker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. 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 a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walker typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Walker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Heather Walker's Primary Practice

    9181 Medcom St

    North Charleston, SC 29406

    (843) 820-7777

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    What hospitals are Dr. Walker affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Walker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Walker's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is 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

    When to see a Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Spinal Cord Injury 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. 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 Dr. Heather Walker?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (843) 820-7777 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's office is located in North Charleston, SC.