Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Walter, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1083903314
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
833 Chestnut St, Suite 701
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-6180 - Mailing address
-
5401 Old York RD Ste 505
Philadelphia, PA 191413047
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 7, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD463927
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1083903314. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
259
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$32,284
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 51 | 39 | $74 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 37 | 36 | $136 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 32 | 32 | $257 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 31 | 29 | $91 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 22 | 21 | $101 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 22 | 14 | $124 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 21 | 21 | $139 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 18 | 18 | $132 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 13 | 13 | $87 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 12 | 12 | $87 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 80 peers in this city , average services per provider: 80. This provider delivers 3.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$7,226
Transactions
45
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eli Lilly and Company | 14 | $5,875.38 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 17 | $1,014.13 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 6 | $131.68 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 3 | $84.79 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 2 | $65.28 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $35.24 | |
| Celltrion USA Inc. | 1 | $19.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
477
Patients
154
Total drug cost
$553,397
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 167 | 38 | $1,802 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 111 | 104 | $2,909 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 42 | 0 | $19,230 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 35 | 12 | $425 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $12,794 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 23 | 0 | $6,124 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 21 | 0 | $1,281 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $111,108 |
| Stelara (Ustekinumab) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $378,286 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $332 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Walter's medical specialty?
Dr. James Walter practices Gastroenterology Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. James Walter practice?
Dr. James Walter practices at 833 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Office phone: 2159556180.
What is Dr. James Walter's NPI?
Dr. James Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083903314, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Walter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Walter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Walter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.