Dr. Chad P Walker

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 19+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Chad P Walker, DO, is a Rheumatology specialist in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005, having over 19 years of diverse experience, especially in Rheumatology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Endless Mountains Health Systems, Geisinger - Community Medical Center, Moses Taylor Hospital, Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Wayne Memorial Hospital. Dr. Chad P Walker also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Professional Orthopaedic Associates Ltd. Dr. Chad P Walker accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (570) 961-3823 to request Dr. Chad P Walker the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 3 W Olive St
Suite 118
Scranton, PA 18508-2576

Phone 1: (570) 961-3823

Fax: (570) 207-5988
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Chad P Walker
Gender Male
PECOS ID 0244382521
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Rheumatology (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 19 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
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    Doctor of Osteopathic
    Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).

Education and Training

  • Dr. Chad P Walker attended and graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1932348729
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2009
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Chad P Walker

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Chad P Walker has been primarily specialized in Rheumatology for over 19 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Rheumatology
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    Rheumatology
    An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Professional Orthopaedic Associates Ltd


Practice Locations

3 W Olive St
Suite 118
Scranton, PA 18508-2576

Phone: (570) 961-3823
Fax: (570) 207-5988
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, May 13, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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