Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walker, Neurologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Gary Walker, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (225) 768-2050.
What languages does Dr. Walker speak?
Dr. Walker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Walker typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Walker typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Walker may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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?
Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 768-2050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Walker in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Walker's office located?
Dr. Gary Walker's Primary Practice
5000 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 768-2050
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 1205255254.
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. Gary Walker's specialty?
Dr. Walker is a Neurologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Gary Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gary Walker accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Gary Walker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Walker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (225) 768-2050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Walker?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (225) 768-2050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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