Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shaka Walker, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1689605156
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1050 Bower Hill RD Ste 105
Pittsburgh, PA 152431866
(412) 942-7262
fax (412) 942-7397 - Additional location
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3928 Washington RD Ste 270
Mc Murray, PA 153172593 - Mailing address
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1000 Bower Hill Road, Attn St Clair Hospital - Affiliate Billing - Pamalyn
Pittsburgh, PA 152431873
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 16, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD449662
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689605156. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,453
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$97,725
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 296 | 149 | $86 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 261 | 111 | $70 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 234 | 106 | $8 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 128 | 95 | $54 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 87 | 74 | $44 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 85 | 65 | $122 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 73 | 52 | $42 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 69 | 69 | $107 | |
J7323 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 63 | 19 | $127 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 28 | 19 | $31 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$115
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioventus LLC | 4 | $77.59 | |
| Innovation Technologies INC | 1 | $23.67 | |
| Zimvie INC. | 1 | $13.29 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
49
Patients
43
Total drug cost
$232
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 29 | 23 | $176 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 20 | 20 | $56 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shaka Walker's medical specialty?
Dr. Shaka Walker practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Shaka Walker practice?
Dr. Shaka Walker practices at 1050 Bower Hill RD Ste 105, Pittsburgh, PA 152431866. Office phone: 4129427262.
What is Dr. Shaka Walker's NPI?
Dr. Shaka Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689605156, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shaka Walker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shaka Walker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shaka Walker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.