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Dr. Stephen Walker, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Walker, Pediatric Neurologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Stephen Walker, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (205) 638-9100.

    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 Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As a Pediatric 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:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Brain Disorder
    • Infant Encephalopathy
    • Neonatal Encephalopathy
    • Newborn Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P91819: Neonatal encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Damage from Lack of Oxygen in Newborns (HIE)
    • Brain Disease
    • Childbirth Problems
    • HIE in Newborns
    • Birth Asphyxia Brain Injury
    • Neonatal HIE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P9160: Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy [HIE], unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
    • Brain Malformations
    • Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
    • Rare Brain Malformations
    • Specific Brain Development Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain

    Also known as:

    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Seizures
    • Seizures
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant convulsions
    • Neonatal seizures
    • Baby fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P90: Convulsions of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Walker in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Public Education Employee Health Plan

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Walker's Primary Practice

    1600 7th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    (205) 638-9100

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    What hospitals are Dr. Walker affiliated with?

    Dr. Walker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL

    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 1538693742.

    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. Stephen Walker's specialty?

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.

    Is Dr. Stephen Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Walker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. 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. Stephen Walker accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Walker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Walker?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (205) 638-9100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's office is located in Birmingham, AL.