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Dr. Caroline Walker, MD

Anesthesiologist

Jackson, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Anesthesiologist in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Caroline Walker, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (601) 898-4404.

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

    Dr. Walker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Walker performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 898-4404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Jackson, MS?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Fox Everett

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Caroline Walker's Primary Practice

    2500 N State St

    Jackson, MS 39216

    (601) 898-4404

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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 1366853079.

    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. Caroline Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is an Anesthesiologist near Jackson, MS.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Caroline Walker accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?

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

    Does Dr. Caroline Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (601) 898-4404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (601) 898-4404 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's office is located in Jackson, MS.