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Dr. William Walz, MD

Anesthesiologist

Burbank, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walz, Anesthesiologist in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. William Walz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Burbank, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Walz graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Walz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walz’s office at (818) 843-5111.

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

    • Medical School: St George',s University | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    What languages does Dr. Walz speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Walz 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. Walz. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    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

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Biliary Calculi
    • Gallbladder Stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8080: Other cholelithiasis without obstruction

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Walz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Walz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Walz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 843-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walz accept in Burbank, CA?

    Dr. Walz in Burbank, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Walz's office located?

    Dr. William Walz's Primary Practice

    501 S Buena Vista St

    Burbank, CA 91505

    (818) 843-5111

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    What hospitals are Dr. Walz affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Walz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center,Burbank, CA

    What is Dr. Walz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Walz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295758399.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walz

    What is Dr. William Walz's specialty?

    Dr. Walz is an Anesthesiologist near Burbank, CA.

    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. William Walz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walz is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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

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    Is Dr. William Walz accepting new patients in Burbank, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Walz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Walz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walz's office at (818) 843-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Walz?

    Please contact Dr. Walz's office at (818) 843-5111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walz's office located?

    Dr. Walz's office is located in Burbank, CA.