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Dr. Renee Walker, DO

Dr. Renee Walker, DO

Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)*

Dr. Renee Walker, DO is a pediatric otolaryngologist in Joplin, MO. Dr. Walker has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea. She is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin. She is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

1920 E 32nd St Joplin, MO 64804

Care Philosophy

"Big Care for Little Ears, Noses and Throats"

- Dr. Renee Walker, DO

Dr. Walker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Walker specializes in the area of Facial Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Walker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Walker

3.6
14 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 star
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We wish we had read reviews on this doctor before agreeing to have initial testing performed. The two insurances we have as a family have received zero claims for an appointment at the beginning of the month, but we have already received a termination of treatment causing us to now be on the hook for the entirety of "treatment". Our immediate next step will be informing our primary physician that this office should not be used as a referral, to hopefully ensure others are not guided to this shameful office.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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John Chambers – Apr 27, 2024
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EXCELLENT CARE BY DR WALKER
Three of my grandchildren are patients of Dr. Walker and you couldn't ask for a better doctor or surgeon. She is thorough, compassionate, and talks with my grandchildren during exams which in my opinion relaxes them for the exam. Her nurse is also great with kids! Two have had tonsils removed, one had tubes in ears as well, and one getting tonsils removed this summer. I wouldn't have anyone else treat our kids. Appointment wait times are reasonable, office is very clean, and friendly staff. One of the three children gets allergy shots here as well, Patti is one of the most caring nurses I have ever met. She treats my granddaughter like family and is an exceptional nurse. I highly recommend Dr. Walker and her staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gimme – Jun 02, 2022
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Checking on insurance, etc. Lady at desk was abrupt and less than helpful, showing little or no compassion for a potential patient. I will keep looking.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Tom Watts – Jun 17, 2021
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Tracy Carpenter, Office Manager, went as far as to say that if Dr. Walker visually sees a person, with her eyes, that person will be charged. I asked, “even if she doesn’t talk to them or cannot provide any assistance?” Tracy responded with yes. Please, for anyone reading this, please keep this in mind.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2021
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When I asked for a call back from the office manager or Dr. Walker, I never received one. When finally talking with Tracy, she made the excuse that the billing clerk was new. Tracy even went as far as to tell me that her parents see Dr. Walker, wait, is that a HIPAA violation? Probably not, but shows that they fly by the seat of their pants with their excuses. I guess it’s always possible that the next time someone complained, for them to disclose that you (the person reading this) is also a patient of Dr. Walker’s and you’ve never complained either. I questioned what services I was paying for and when I said that I was dissatisfied, Tracy replied, “Well, I go out to eat often and I never complain about my meals.” Tracy is full of excuses and does not take accountability for anything that happens in that office. The last time I spoke to Tracy, she said smugly, “I thought you were calling the Better Business Bureau?” All I wanted, was to talk to Dr. Walker, but Tracy wouldn’t allow it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2021
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Dr walker listens and sympathizes with the discomfort of her patients. She explains her plans to help resolve your problems.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lori in joplin, MO – Nov 16, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Big Care for Little Ears, Noses and Throats
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Allergy & Immunology

  • Audiology

  • Sinus Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology®
Facial Plastic Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Walker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Otolaryngology of Joplin Inc.1920 E 32nd St Joplin, MO 64804
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercy Hospital Joplin

      100 Mercy Way
      Joplin, MO 64804
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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