Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Walter Short, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Paragould, AR
- NPI 1649295833
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4000 Linwood Dr Ste A
Paragould, AR 724507224
(870) 239-8503
fax (870) 236-1947 - Mailing address
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4000 Linwood Dr, Suite A
Paragould, AR 724507223
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 28, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E1907
- Medicaid
- AR #135484001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649295833. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
321
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$16,992
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 67 | 39 | $10 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 55 | 39 | $116 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 54 | 42 | $80 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 43 | 30 | $3 | |
87428 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza | 40 | 36 | $47 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 26 | 26 | $117 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 23 | 23 | $16 | |
87880 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) | 13 | 12 | $16 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in this city , average services per provider: 98. This provider delivers 3.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$203
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 13 | $154.49 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $18.48 | |
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 1 | $15.00 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $15.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,697
Patients
1,014
Total drug cost
$63,669
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 401 | 71 | $5,601 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 356 | 78 | $4,149 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 354 | 63 | $3,102 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 337 | 81 | $9,675 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 334 | 63 | $3,729 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 330 | 66 | $4,891 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 326 | 85 | $3,812 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 317 | 56 | $3,282 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 314 | 71 | $2,489 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 289 | 66 | $2,388 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Walter Short's medical specialty?
Dr. Walter Short practices Family Medicine Physician in Paragould, AR.
Where does Dr. Walter Short practice?
Dr. Walter Short practices at 4000 Linwood Dr Ste A, Paragould, AR 724507224. Office phone: 8702398503.
What is Dr. Walter Short's NPI?
Dr. Walter Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649295833, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Walter Short accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Walter Short accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Walter Short commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.