Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Walter, MD
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1477629756
- Accepts Medicare
- 59 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 943012302
(650) 853-2955 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 3, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1967 — 59 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G17607
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477629756. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
18,569
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$509,795
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 8,020 | 67 | $0 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 1,975 | 1,772 | $43 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 812 | 629 | $55 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 783 | 592 | $46 | |
73501 |
X-ray of hip, 1 view | 618 | 551 | $44 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 554 | 474 | $46 | |
Q9966 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 200-299 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 550 | 11 | $0 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 548 | 520 | $53 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 529 | 425 | $63 | |
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 455 | 346 | $50 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Palo Alto Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 279. This provider delivers 67× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$63
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merz North America, INC. | 1 | $40.92 | |
| Pharming Healthcare, INC. | 1 | $21.70 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Walter's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Walter practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Walter practice?
Dr. Joseph Walter practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943012302. Office phone: 6508532955.
What is Dr. Joseph Walter's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477629756, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Walter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Walter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Walter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); X-ray of chest, 2 views (HCPCS 71046); X-ray of knee, 3 views (HCPCS 73562). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.