Dr. Craig Walls, MD

Salinas, CA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Walls, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Salinas, CA?

Dr. Craig Walls, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Walls graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Walls is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walls’s office at (831) 755-4235.

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

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

Is Dr. Walls board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Craig Walls, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

What languages does Dr. Walls speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walls typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walls 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. Walls. 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:

High Blood Sugar During Pregnancy
Childbirth Problems
Diabetes and Pregnancy
Postpartum Care
Gestational Diabetes
Pregnancy-related Diabetes
Abnormal Glucose Tolerance in Pregnancy

ICD-10 Codes:

O99810: Abnormal glucose complicating pregnancy

Also known as:

Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition
Dietary advice
Nutritional guidance
Healthy eating counseling

ICD-10 Codes:

Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

Also known as:

Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

ICD-10 Codes:

E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

Also known as:

Gestational Diabetes Controlled by Oral Medication
Gestational Diabetes
Insulin-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
Diabetes and Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes
Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
GDM on oral drugs
Pregnancy diabetes oral meds
Gestational diabetes pill controlled
Pregnancy Diabetes
Diabetes developed during pregnancy
GDM
Pregnancy Diabetes on Insulin
Insulin for Gestational Diabetes
GDM with Insulin

ICD-10 Codes:

O24415: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, controlled by oral hypoglycemic drugs
O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control
O24414: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, insulin controlled

Also known as:

Prediabetes
Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
Borderline diabetes
Insulin resistance
High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

ICD-10 Codes:

R7303: Prediabetes

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walls typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Walls may include:

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

Does Dr. Walls accept my insurance?

Dr. Walls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 755-4235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Walls accept in Salinas, CA?

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

Top Insurances

All Other Territories
Santa Cruz County

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Where is Dr. Walls' office located?

Natividad Medical Center

1441 Constitution Blvd

Salinas, CA 93906

(831) 755-4235

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What hospitals are Dr. Walls affiliated with?

Dr. Walls has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Natividad Medical Center,Salinas, CA

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

Dr. Walls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720034846.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walls?

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

What is Dr. Craig Walls's specialty?

Dr. Walls is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Salinas, CA.

What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

Is Dr. Craig Walls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Walls is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Natividad Medical Center. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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