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Dr. Michael Walker, MD

Dr. Michael Walker, MD

Endocrinologist

Albany, NY

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Endocrinologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Michael Walker, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, Chinese, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (518) 489-4704.

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

    • Fellowship: Albany Medical Center Hospital

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as an Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Walker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1987, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1985

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Spanish

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

    As an Endocrinologist, 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:

    • 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:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

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

    As an Endocrinologist, 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 489-4704 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Albany, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Michael Walker's Primary Practice

    1365 Washington Ave Ste 300

    Albany, NY 12206

    (518) 489-4704

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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 1659378842.

    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. Michael Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is an Endocrinologist near Albany, NY.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

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

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Glens Falls Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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

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    Is Dr. Michael Walker accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (518) 489-4704 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (518) 489-4704 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's office is located in Albany, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Walker have?

    Dr. Michael Walker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.