Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joan Walker, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Natchitoches, LA
- NPI 1861484933
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1640 Breazeale Springs St
Natchitoches, LA 714574278
(318) 357-2056
fax (318) 521-8031 - Mailing address
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105 Jefferson St
Natchitoches, LA 714574350
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 19, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #025544
- Medicaid
- LA #1577804
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861484933. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
171
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$6,514
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0179 |
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a | 118 | 45 | $38 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 40 | 38 | $48 | |
82043 |
Urine microalbumin (protein) level | 13 | 11 | $6 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Natchitoches Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 120. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$55
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iti, INC. (D/B/A Intra-Cellular Therapies, INC.) | 1 | $25.83 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $14.96 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $13.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
624
Patients
92
Total drug cost
$46,466
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 85 | 20 | $875 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 59 | 16 | $699 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 49 | 14 | $970 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 43 | 18 | $984 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 41 | 12 | $515 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 40 | 12 | $132 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 39 | 0 | $263 |
| Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide (Lisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $204 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 37 | 0 | $312 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 37 | 0 | $441 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joan Walker's medical specialty?
Dr. Joan Walker practices Family Medicine Physician in Natchitoches, LA.
Where does Dr. Joan Walker practice?
Dr. Joan Walker practices at 1640 Breazeale Springs St, Natchitoches, LA 714574278. Office phone: 3183572056.
What is Dr. Joan Walker's NPI?
Dr. Joan Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861484933, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joan Walker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joan Walker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joan Walker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a (HCPCS G0179); Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and (HCPCS G0180); Urine microalbumin (protein) level (HCPCS 82043). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.