Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Walter Newman, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · New Bern, NC
- NPI 1477555688
- Accepts Medicare
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
970 Newman RD
New Bern, NC 285625200
(252) 633-9262
fax (252) 633-4080
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 24, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #23000
- Medicaid
- NC #8962387
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477555688. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,465
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$191,312
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q5106 |
Injection, epoetin alfa-epbx, biosimilar, (retacrit) (for non-esrd use), 1000 units | 750 | 21 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 583 | 279 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 580 | 333 | $100 | |
80069 |
Kidney function blood test panel | 540 | 263 | $9 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 347 | 207 | $5 | |
84156 |
Total protein level, urine | 344 | 206 | $4 | |
83970 |
Parathormone (parathyroid hormone) level | 210 | 147 | $40 | |
90970 |
Dialysis services, per day, less than full month service (20 years or older) | 194 | 30 | $9 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 134 | 105 | $75 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 126 | 23 | $343 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in New Bern Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 207. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$353
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $126.25 | |
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 1 | $79.98 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $78.20 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 3 | $52.16 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 1 | $16.81 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,573
Patients
359
Total drug cost
$256,028
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 456 | 121 | $2,098 |
| Metolazone | Generic | 355 | 83 | $4,390 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 171 | 43 | $5,929 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 152 | 44 | $1,634 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 102 | 21 | $476 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 63 | 17 | $452 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 62 | 18 | $18,677 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 42 | 12 | $1,760 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 34 | 0 | $385 |
| Auryxia (Ferric Citrate) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $58,386 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Walter Newman's medical specialty?
Dr. Walter Newman practices Nephrology Physician in New Bern, NC.
Where does Dr. Walter Newman practice?
Dr. Walter Newman practices at 970 Newman RD, New Bern, NC 285625200. Office phone: 2526339262.
What is Dr. Walter Newman's NPI?
Dr. Walter Newman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477555688, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Walter Newman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Walter Newman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Walter Newman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, epoetin alfa-epbx, biosimilar, (retacrit) (for non-esrd use), 1000 units (HCPCS Q5106); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.