Philip Waalkes, DO
Philip Waalkes is a Family Medicine specialist based in Zeeland, MI with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Philip Waalkes, DO has been part of the Zeeland medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1997 and has 29+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
8333 Felch St Suite C, Zeeland, MI 49464-9666
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.85%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.2 pts)
3.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
69
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
522
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,736
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $629k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$33 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Philip Waalkes's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Feb 17, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
100 Michigan St Ne Mc 845, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Philip Waalkes
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Philip Waalkes for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Zeeland required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philip Waalkes
NPI records show Dr. Waalkes as active with telehealth listed in Zeeland, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 748-2850.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Philip Waalkes
Practice Location
8333 Felch St Suite C, Zeeland, MI 49464-9666
Mailing Address
100 Michigan St Ne Mc 845, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2560
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