Dr. Walter Roche, MD
The Villages, FL
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Roche, Physiatrist in The Villages, FL?
Dr. Walter Roche, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in The Villages, FL. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Roche completed his residency at Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Maryland Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Roche is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roche’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roche’s office at (410) 554-2270.
Where did Dr. Roche go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Hosp-Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Maryland Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr
Is Dr. Roche board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Roche, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Roche speak?
Dr. Roche and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Roche typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Roche 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. Roche. 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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Roche typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Roche may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Roche's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Roche accept my insurance?
Dr. Roche accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 554-2270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Roche accept in The Villages, FL?
Dr. Roche in The Villages, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Roche's office located?
Dr. Walter Roche's Primary Practice
1050 Old Camp Rd Ste 282
The Villages, FL 32162
(410) 554-2270
What is Dr. Roche's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Roche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871537688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roche?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Roche
What is Dr. Walter Roche's specialty?
Dr. Roche is a Physiatrist near The Villages, FL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Walter Roche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Roche is affiliated with Greater Baltimore 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 Walter Roche accepting new patients in The Villages, FL?
Yes, Dr. Walter Roche is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Roche offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Roche's office at (410) 554-2270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Roche?
Please contact Dr. Roche's office at (410) 554-2270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Roche have?
Dr. Walter Roche is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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