Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Walter Sams, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Athens, GA
- NPI 1417179268
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 96.9 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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105 Trinity Pl
Athens, GA 306072112
(706) 549-9993
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 14, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Georgia #060500 · Virginia #0116017491
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417179268. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,593
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$489,338
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 736 | 322 | $24 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 663 | 576 | $121 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 574 | 454 | $86 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 421 | 253 | $437 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 354 | 354 | $158 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 199 | 189 | $55 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 195 | 184 | $34 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 148 | 97 | $282 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 112 | 101 | $37 | |
92020 |
Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | 51 | 48 | $26 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 178. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$689
Transactions
26
Manufacturers
11
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcon Vision LLC | 7 | $188.92 | |
| NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC. | 2 | $129.65 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 3 | $80.03 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 3 | $65.64 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 3 | $48.02 | |
| Glaukos Corporation | 2 | $45.64 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 2 | $36.53 | |
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC. | 1 | $27.13 | |
| RxSight Inc | 1 | $25.59 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $21.70 | |
| BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC. | 1 | $20.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,960
Patients
697
Total drug cost
$103,446
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 875 | 209 | $14,553 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 222 | 60 | $5,829 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 183 | 135 | $7,836 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 143 | 44 | $2,985 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 109 | 36 | $4,900 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 66 | 57 | $689 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 55 | 15 | $1,364 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 52 | 32 | $1,658 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 51 | 11 | $9,718 |
| Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim (Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 45 | 39 | $425 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Walter Sams's medical specialty?
Dr. Walter Sams practices Ophthalmology Physician in Athens, GA.
Where does Dr. Walter Sams practice?
Dr. Walter Sams practices at 105 Trinity Pl, Athens, GA 306072112. Office phone: 7065499993.
What is Dr. Walter Sams's NPI?
Dr. Walter Sams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417179268, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Walter Sams accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Walter Sams accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Walter Sams commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye (HCPCS 92136); 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.