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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walks-Akintobi, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Walks-Akintobi graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Pediatrics. Dr. Walks-Akintobi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walks-Akintobi’s office at (973) 483-1300.
Where did Dr. Walks-Akintobi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Pediatrics | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Walks-Akintobi board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Walks-Akintobi speak?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walks-Akintobi typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walks-Akintobi 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. Walks-Akintobi. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Child Development Check
- Developmental Milestones Screening
- Early Intervention Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Health Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walks-Akintobi typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
Please contact Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Walks-Akintobi accept my insurance?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 483-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walks-Akintobi accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office located?
Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi's Primary Practice
741 Broadway
Newark, NJ 07104
(973) 483-1300
What is Dr. Walks-Akintobi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walks-Akintobi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063434447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walks-Akintobi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walks-Akintobi
What is Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi's specialty?
Dr. Walks-Akintobi is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Newark, NJ.
Is this Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walks-Akintobi is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pauline Walks-Akintobi accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office at (973) 483-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pauline Walks-Akintobi?
Please contact Dr. Walks-Akintobi's office at (973) 483-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi have?
Dr. Pauline Walks-Akintobi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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