Walter Parker, M.D.
NPI 1114362688 · Ophthalmology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Parker, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1114362688).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1114362688
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 61757 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,436 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 228 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 209 | $82 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 198 | $113 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 181 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 152 | $150 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 151 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 301 | 152 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 268 | 132 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 211 | 113 |
| Latanoprost | 148 | 61 |
| Fluorometholone | 146 | 63 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 145 | 64 |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 134 | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$916 across 30 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-09
- Last updated
- 2018-05-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Parker's NPI number?
- Walter Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114362688, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Parker's specialty?
- Walter Parker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Parker located?
- Walter Parker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205.
- What is Walter Parker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Parker is (205) 930-0700.
- Does Walter Parker accept Medicare?
- Walter Parker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Parker's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Parker's NPI (1114362688) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-05-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.