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Dr. Nicola Walker, MD

Dr. Nicola Walker, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Covington, WA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker, Family Medicine Specialist in Covington, WA?

    Dr. Nicola Walker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Walker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker’s office at (253) 372-7100.

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

    • Residency: Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine | UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Walker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicola Walker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Walker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walker typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walker 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. Walker. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Walker typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicola Walker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Walker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 372-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker accept in Covington, WA?

    Dr. Walker in Covington, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Nicola Walker's Primary Practice

    17700 SE 272nd St

    Covington, WA 98042

    (253) 372-7100

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    Kent Multicare Clinic

    222 State Ave N

    Kent, WA 98030

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    Dr. Nicola Walker's Practice 3

    311 S L St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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

    Dr. Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538193586.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walker?

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

    What is Dr. Nicola Walker's specialty?

    Dr. Walker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Covington, WA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Nicola Walker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walker is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Valley Medical Center, Overlake Hospital Medical Center, Multicare Capital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Nicola Walker accepting new patients in Covington, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicola Walker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicola Walker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (253) 372-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicola Walker?

    Please contact Dr. Walker's office at (253) 372-7100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Walker's office located?

    Dr. Walker's offices are located in Covington, WA, Kent, WA, and Tacoma, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicola Walker have?

    Dr. Nicola Walker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.