20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Walls, Cardiologist in Alpena, MI?
Dr. Ulysses Walls, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Alpena, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Walls graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, Internal Medicine. Dr. Walls is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walls’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walls’s office at (989) 340-2550.
Where did Dr. Walls go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Methodist Hsp-Central Unit, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Walls board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ulysses Walls, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Walls typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Walls typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ulysses Walls may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (989) 340-2550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walls accept in Alpena, MI?
Dr. Walls in Alpena, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Walls' office located?
What is Dr. Walls's NPI number?An 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 1932101789.
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. Ulysses Walls's specialty?
Dr. Walls is a Cardiologist near Alpena, MI.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Ulysses Walls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walls is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ulysses Walls accepting new patients in Alpena, MI?
Yes, Dr. Ulysses Walls is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ulysses Walls offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walls's office at (989) 340-2550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ulysses Walls?
Please contact Dr. Walls's office at (989) 340-2550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ulysses Walls have?
Dr. Ulysses Walls is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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