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Dr. James Walter, MD

Gastroenterology
4.8 (33)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
12 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. James Walter, MD

Dr. James Walter, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 12 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Walter an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Walter works at Einstein Gastroenterology Associates in Philadelphia, PA with other offices in Blue Bell, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation and Hemorrhoids along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Walter's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Einstein Gastroenterology at Moss Building
    1200 W Tabor Rd Ste 275, Philadelphia, PA 19141 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 456-5832
  2. 2
    Einstein Gastroenterology at Blue Bell
    676 DeKalb Pike Ste 102, Blue Bell, PA 19422 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 456-5832

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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.8
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    Based on 33 ratings
    Patient Ratings (33)
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    About Dr. James Walter, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
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    Years of Experience
    • 12 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1083903314
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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    Medical Education
    • Creighton University School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine and Transplant Hepatology
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital
    • Jefferson Einstein Hospital

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    Dr. Walter has seen patients for Constipation and Hemorrhoids, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Walter on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    33 patients have reviewed Dr. Walter. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Walter.

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