Robert Walter, M.D., MPH
NPI 1205884319 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Shreveport, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Walter, M.D., MPH is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Shreveport, LA (NPI 1205884319).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205884319
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., MPH
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.11842R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 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
222 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 61 | $111 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 49 | $200 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 37 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 35 | $91 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 28 | $100 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Macitentanbrand: Opsumit | 242 | 28 |
| Tadalafil | 101 | 15 |
| Selexipagbrand: Uptravi | 88 | — |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 58 | 16 |
| Furosemide | 41 | — |
| Riociguatbrand: Adempas | 33 | — |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$28 across 1 record (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
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2023-08-18
- Certified
- 2023-08-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Walter's NPI number?
- Robert Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205884319, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Walter's specialty?
- Robert Walter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Walter located?
- Robert Walter's practice location on file with NPPES is 1541 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103-4228.
- What is Robert Walter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Walter is (318) 626-0000.
- Does Robert Walter accept Medicare?
- Robert Walter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Walter's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Walter's NPI (1205884319) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.