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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walker, Neurosurgeon in Chillicothe, OH?
Dr. Blake Walker, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chillicothe, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (740) 779-4598.
What languages does Dr. Walker speak?
Dr. Walker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Walker treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?
Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 779-4598 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Chillicothe, OH?
Dr. Walker in Chillicothe, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Walker's office located?
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 1841619608.
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. Blake Walker's specialty?
Dr. Walker is a Neurosurgeon near Chillicothe, OH. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Walker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Blake Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with UK King's Daughters 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
Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?
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Is Blake Walker accepting new patients in Chillicothe, OH?
Yes, Dr. Blake Walker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blake Walker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (740) 779-4598 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blake Walker?
Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (740) 779-4598 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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