Walter Coyle, M.D.
NPI 1609847482 · Gastroenterology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Coyle, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1609847482).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609847482
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G87799 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1,619 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 | 256 | $136 |
| 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 | 232 | $17 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 221 | $5 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 178 | $86 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 242 | 84 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 179 | 174 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 91 | 27 |
| Omeprazole | 70 | 28 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 50 | 17 |
| Mesalamine | 30 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Zenpep | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$66,372 across 127 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
- 2006-01-30
- Last updated
- 2017-02-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Coyle's NPI number?
- Walter Coyle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609847482, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Coyle's specialty?
- Walter Coyle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Coyle located?
- Walter Coyle's practice location on file with NPPES is 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1027.
- What is Walter Coyle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Coyle is (858) 554-8879.
- Does Walter Coyle accept Medicare?
- Walter Coyle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Coyle's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Coyle's NPI (1609847482) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-02-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.