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Dr. Andrew Walshak

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Thornton, CO

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walshak, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Andrew Walshak is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thornton, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Walshak completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Walshak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walshak’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walshak’s office at (303) 450-4482.

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

    • Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Walshak board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Walshak is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Walshak speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walshak typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walshak 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. Walshak. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol-Induced Delirium
    • Alcohol
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Delirium
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Delirium tremens
    • Alcohol withdrawal delirium
    • Alcohol intoxication with confusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10121: Alcohol abuse with intoxication delirium

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walshak typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Walshak may include:

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

    Does Dr. Walshak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walshak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 450-4482 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walshak accept in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Walshak in Thornton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Denver Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walshak's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Walshak's Primary Practice

    9191 Grant St

    Thornton, CO 80229

    (303) 450-4482

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    Dr. Andrew Walshak's Practice 2

    5600 S Quebec St Ste 312A

    Greenwood Village, CO 80111

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    Dr. Andrew Walshak's Practice 3

    816 W 4th St

    Leadville, CO 80461

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

    Dr. Walshak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487662805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walshak?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Walshak's specialty?

    Dr. Walshak is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Thornton, CO.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Andrew Walshak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walshak is affiliated with Hca Healthone Presbyterian St. Luke’s, Hca Healthone Swedish, Hca Healthone Rose, Hca Healthone Mountain Ridge, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Vail Health Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Andrew Walshak accepting new patients in Thornton, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Walshak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Walshak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walshak's office at (303) 450-4482 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Walshak?

    Please contact Dr. Walshak's office at (303) 450-4482 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walshak's office located?

    Dr. Walshak's offices are located in Thornton, CO, Greenwood Village, CO, and Leadville, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Walshak have?

    Dr. Andrew Walshak is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.