Keith Walter, MD
NPI 1518940220 · Ophthalmology Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Keith Walter, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1518940220).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518940220
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9600766 (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
598 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 | 136 | $91 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 102 | $501 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 82 | $123 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 71 | $28 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 66 | $23 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 62 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 79 | 32 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 34 | 11 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 25 | — |
| Fluorometholone | 16 | — |
| Latanoprost | 16 | — |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 14 | — |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19,288 across 22 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
- 2005-11-28
- Last updated
- 2010-08-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Keith Walter's NPI number?
- Keith Walter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518940220, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Keith Walter's specialty?
- Keith Walter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Keith Walter located?
- Keith Walter's practice location on file with NPPES is Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157-0001.
- What is Keith Walter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Keith Walter is (336) 716-2255.
- Does Keith Walter accept Medicare?
- Keith Walter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Keith Walter's NPI active?
- Yes — Keith Walter's NPI (1518940220) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-08-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.