Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Walter King, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1639162597
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
336 10Th Ave Ne
Hickory, NC 286013834
(828) 322-4973
fax (828) 322-1636
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 17, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #1831
- Medicaid
- NC #89093GT
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639162597. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
414
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$33,513
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 204 | 189 | $86 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 100 | 99 | $35 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 97 | 95 | $122 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 13 | 13 | $53 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 224. This provider delivers 1.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
132
Patients
40
Total drug cost
$31,935
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 64 | 12 | $947 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 34 | 28 | $532 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $8,781 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $21,674 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Walter King's medical specialty?
Dr. Walter King practices Optometrist in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Walter King practice?
Dr. Walter King practices at 336 10Th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 286013834. Office phone: 8283224973.
What is Dr. Walter King's NPI?
Dr. Walter King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639162597, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Walter King accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Walter King accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Walter King commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.