Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Walter Stearns, M.D.
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Columbus, OH
- NPI 1275746588
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.3 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1670 Upham Dr
Columbus, OH 432101250
(614) 293-9600
fax (614) 293-4200
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 16, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #35.099915
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275746588. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
89
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$9,097
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 48 | 11 | $107 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 21 | 11 | $115 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 20 | 12 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 40 peers in Columbus Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 75. This provider delivers 1.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
11
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$264
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clozapine | Generic | 11 | 0 | $264 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Walter Stearns's medical specialty?
Dr. Walter Stearns practices Psychiatry Physician in Columbus, OH.
Where does Dr. Walter Stearns practice?
Dr. Walter Stearns practices at 1670 Upham Dr, Columbus, OH 432101250. Office phone: 6142939600.
What is Dr. Walter Stearns's NPI?
Dr. Walter Stearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275746588, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Walter Stearns accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Walter Stearns accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Walter Stearns commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.