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. 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 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 as a 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Bridges typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bridges typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bridges 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
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
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Walter Bridges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bridges is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bsa Hospital, Cimarron Memorial 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
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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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