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Who is Dr. Walters, Internist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Robert Walters, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Walters graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program. Dr. Walters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walters’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walters’s office at (757) 354-2885.
Where did Dr. Walters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Walters board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Walters, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Walters speak?
Dr. Walters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Walters typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Walters 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. Walters. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Walters typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Walters 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. Walters. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Walters accept my insurance?
Dr. Walters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 354-2885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Walters accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Walters in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Walters' office located?
Dr. Robert Walters' Primary Practice
6160 Kempsville Cir Ste 325A
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 354-2885
What is Dr. Walters's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Walters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174503890.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Walters
What is Dr. Robert Walters's specialty?
Dr. Walters is a Internist near Norfolk, VA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Robert Walters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Walters is affiliated with Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Walters accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Walters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Walters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Walters's office at (757) 354-2885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Walters?
Please contact Dr. Walters's office at (757) 354-2885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Walters have?
Dr. Robert Walters is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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