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Dr. Melanie Walker, MD

Pediatrician

Raleigh, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Pediatrician in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Melanie Walker, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC. She is board certified. Dr. Walker completed her residency at Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. 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 (919) 787-9555.

    Where did Dr. Walker go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Walker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    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 Pediatrician like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie 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?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 787-9555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Raleigh, NC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • WakeMed

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Melanie Walker's Primary Practice

    5904 Six Forks Rd Ste 111

    Raleigh, NC 27609

    (919) 787-9555

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    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 1346272721.

    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. Melanie Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is a Pediatrician near Raleigh, NC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Melanie Walker accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Melanie Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (919) 787-9555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (919) 787-9555 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's office is located in Raleigh, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Walker have?

    Dr. Melanie Walker is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.