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Dr. Walter Harrison, MD

Dr. Walter Harrison, MD

Rocky Mount, NC

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Harrison, Surgeon in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Dr. Walter Harrison, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rocky Mount, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Harrison completed his residency at Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, General Surgery. Dr. Harrison is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrison’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrison’s office at (252) 962-4550.

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

    • Residency: Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Harrison board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Harrison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Harrison speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Harrison treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
    • Chronic Ulcer of the Skin (Other Areas)
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore on Leg
    • Skin Wound on Leg
    • Non-healing Wound
    • Non-pressure ulcer
    • Dermal ulcer
    • Persistent skin wound
    • Chronic sore

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L98493: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with necrosis of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Calf Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins
    • Left Calf Venous Ulcer
    • Calf Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83022: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of calf

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    What procedures does Dr. Harrison perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion

    Does Dr. Harrison accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 962-4550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harrison accept in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Dr. Harrison in Rocky Mount, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?

    Dr. Walter Harrison's Primary Practice

    250 Nash Medical Arts Mall Ste A

    Rocky Mount, NC 27804

    (252) 962-4550

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    Dr. Walter Harrison's Practice 2

    2460 Curtis Ellis Dr

    Rocky Mount, NC 27804

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    Dr. Walter Harrison's Practice 3

    940 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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

    Dr. Harrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144214883.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrison?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Harrison's specialty?

    Dr. Harrison is a Surgeon near Rocky Mount, NC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Harrison to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Harrison is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nash General 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 Harrison accepting new patients in Rocky Mount, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Walter Harrison offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (252) 962-4550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Harrison?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (252) 962-4550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Harrison have?

    Dr. Walter Harrison is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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