33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chmelewski, Rheumatologist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Walter Chmelewski, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chmelewski graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Rheumatology. Dr. Chmelewski is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chmelewski’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chmelewski’s office at (919) 881-8272.
Where did Dr. Chmelewski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Rheumatology | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chmelewski board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Chmelewski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chmelewski speak?
Dr. Chmelewski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chmelewski treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Chmelewski 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. Chmelewski. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty arthritis
- Uric acid arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A9XX0: Chronic gout, unspecified, without tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Myositis with Muscle Weakness
- Myositis
- Dermatomyositis Myopathy
- Polymyositis Muscle Weakness
- Inflammatory Myopathy with Muscle Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3392: Dermatopolymyositis, unspecified with myopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Chmelewski perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Walter Chmelewski may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chmelewski's office.
Does Dr. Chmelewski accept my insurance?
Dr. Chmelewski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 881-8272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chmelewski accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Chmelewski in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Design Plus
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chmelewski's office located?
Dr. Walter Chmelewski's Primary Practice
3101 John Humphries Wynd
Raleigh, NC 27612
(919) 881-8272
What is Dr. Chmelewski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chmelewski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275503807.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chmelewski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chmelewski
What is Dr. Walter Chmelewski's specialty?
Dr. Chmelewski is a Rheumatologist near Raleigh, NC. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Chmelewski to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Walter Chmelewski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chmelewski is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Walter Chmelewski accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Walter Chmelewski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Chmelewski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chmelewski's office at (919) 881-8272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Chmelewski?
Please contact Dr. Chmelewski's office at (919) 881-8272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Chmelewski have?
Dr. Walter Chmelewski is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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