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Dr. Walter Macedo, MD

Critical Care Internist

Lakeland, FL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Macedo, Critical Care Internist in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Walter Macedo, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Macedo completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Macedo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macedo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macedo’s office at (863) 680-7000.

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

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Biomedical Sciences Center Faculty of Medicine University of Mogi Das Cruzes

    Is Dr. Macedo board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Macedo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Macedo speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Macedo typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Macedo 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. Macedo. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Macedo typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Macedo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Macedo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Macedo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Macedo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 680-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Macedo accept in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Macedo in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Macedo's office located?

    Dr. Walter Macedo's Primary Practice

    1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd

    Lakeland, FL 33805

    (863) 680-7000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Macedo affiliated with?

    Dr. Macedo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center,Lakeland, FL

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

    Dr. Macedo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154319689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macedo?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Macedo's specialty?

    Dr. Macedo is a Critical Care Internist near Lakeland, FL.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

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

    No, Dr. Macedo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore 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 Dr. Walter Macedo accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Walter Macedo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Macedo's office at (863) 680-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Macedo?

    Please contact Dr. Macedo's office at (863) 680-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Macedo's office located?

    Dr. Macedo's office is located in Lakeland, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Macedo have?

    Dr. Walter Macedo is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.