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Dr. James Waler, MD

Jacksonville, FL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waler, Pediatrician in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. James Waler, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Waler graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Fl Affil Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Waler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waler’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waler’s office at (904) 724-5576.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Waler?

    Dr. James Waler, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Waler empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Infectious Disease, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Jacksonville/FL community, Dr. Waler is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Fl Affil Hosps, Pediatrics | University of Florida Program

    • Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Waler board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. James Waler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Waler speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Waler treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Waler 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. Waler. 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F801: Expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flexural Eczema
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Eczema in skin folds
    • Inverse eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis in creases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2082: Flexural eczema

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Waler perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. James Waler may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waler's office.

    Does Dr. Waler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 724-5576 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waler accept in Jacksonville, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Other TPA

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Waler's office located?

    Dr. James Waler's Primary Practice

    9090 Regency Square Blvd

    Jacksonville, FL 32211

    (904) 724-5576

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

    Dr. Waler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104894393.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waler?

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

    What is Dr. James Waler's specialty?

    Dr. Waler is a Pediatrician near Jacksonville, FL. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Waler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Waler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waler is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 James Waler accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. James Waler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Waler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waler's office at (904) 724-5576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Waler?

    Please contact Dr. Waler's office at (904) 724-5576 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Waler have?

    Dr. James Waler is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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