Stephen Walker, M.D.
NPI 1265402572 · Family Medicine Physician · Elkin, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Walker, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Elkin, NC (NPI 1265402572).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265402572
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00366848 (NC)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,753 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 269 | $84 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 196 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 192 | $119 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 180 | $13 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 148 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 165 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 484 | 116 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 373 | 95 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 267 | 71 |
| Omeprazole | 258 | 68 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 247 | 67 |
| Gabapentin | 226 | 53 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,525 across 142 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
- 2006-01-26
- Last updated
- 2026-06-01
- Certified
- 2026-06-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Walker's NPI number?
- Stephen Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265402572, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Walker's specialty?
- Stephen Walker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Walker located?
- Stephen Walker's practice location on file with NPPES is 124 Samaritans Ridge Rd, Elkin, NC 28621-2452.
- What is Stephen Walker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Walker is (336) 835-7700.
- Does Stephen Walker accept Medicare?
- Stephen Walker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Walker's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Walker's NPI (1265402572) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.