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Dr. Walter Bridges, MD

Dr. Walter Bridges, MD

Amarillo, TX

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bridges, Pediatrician in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Walter Bridges, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Bridges graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bridges is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bridges’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bridges’s office at (806) 212-2000.

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

    • Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bridges board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Bridges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Bridges speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Bridges treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bridges 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. Bridges. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G808: Other cerebral palsy
    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Which procedures does Dr. Bridges perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Walter Bridges may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bridges' office.

    Does Dr. Bridges accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bridges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 212-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bridges accept in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Bridges in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Express Scripts

    • FirstCare

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Insurance Managment Services

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

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    Where is Dr. Bridges' office located?

    Dr. Walter Bridges' Primary Practice

    1400 S Coulter St Ste 4900

    Amarillo, TX 79106

    (806) 212-2000

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    Dr. Walter Bridges' Practice 2

    1600 Wallace Blvd

    Amarillo, TX 79106

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

    Dr. Bridges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750397865.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bridges?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Bridges's specialty?

    Dr. Bridges is a Pediatrician near Amarillo, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Bridges to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Walter Bridges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bridges is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Walter Bridges accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Bridges is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Bridges offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (806) 212-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Bridges?

    Please contact Dr. Bridges's office at (806) 212-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Bridges have?

    Dr. Walter Bridges is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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