Walter Newman, M.D.
NPI 1477555688 · Nephrology Physician · New Bern, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Newman, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in New Bern, NC (NPI 1477555688).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477555688
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 23000 (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
21 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
4,723 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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'SG2211 | 672 | $15 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 630 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 603 | $95 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 542 | $8 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 440 | $5 |
| Total Protein Level, Urine84156 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 695 | 161 |
| Metolazone | 460 | 110 |
| Losartan Potassium | 216 | 55 |
| Calcitriol | 177 | 42 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 157 | 35 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 76 | 24 |
| Potassium Chloride | 57 | 13 |
| Allopurinol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$353 across 7 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
- 2005-06-01
- Last updated
- 2008-06-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Newman's NPI number?
- Walter Newman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477555688, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Newman's specialty?
- Walter Newman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Newman located?
- Walter Newman's practice location on file with NPPES is 970 Newman Rd, New Bern, NC 28562-5200.
- What is Walter Newman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Newman is (252) 633-9262.
- Does Walter Newman accept Medicare?
- Walter Newman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Newman's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Newman's NPI (1477555688) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-06-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.