Charles Walker, M.D.
NPI 1154389369 · Surgery Physician · Bainbridge, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Walker, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Bainbridge, GA (NPI 1154389369).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154389369
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 029816 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
674 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 Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 264 | $33 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 230 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 50 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 37 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More99202 | 24 | $67 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 67 | 65 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 33 | 27 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 28 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 24 |
| Cephalexin | 22 | 21 |
| Vancomycin Hcl | 21 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$232 across 12 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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 1520 E Evans StBainbridge, GA 39819-4363Phone: (229) 243-4230Fax: (229) 243-3390
- 505 Amelia AveBainbridge, GA 39819-4355Phone: (229) 243-1700Fax: (229) 246-9322
- 603 Wheat Ave Ste 500Bainbridge, GA 39819-4372Phone: (229) 246-7243Fax: (229) 243-1506
- 1500 E Shotwell StBainbridge, GA 39819-4256Phone: (229) 243-1700Fax: (229) 246-9322
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2020-05-28
- Certified
- 2020-05-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Walker's NPI number?
- Charles Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154389369, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Walker's specialty?
- Charles Walker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Walker located?
- Charles Walker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1502 E Evans St, Bainbridge, GA 39819-4364.
- What is Charles Walker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Walker is (229) 243-1700.
- Does Charles Walker accept Medicare?
- Charles Walker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Walker's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Walker's NPI (1154389369) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.