Walter Burnham Jr., MD
NPI 1639221948 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Pasadena, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Burnham Jr., MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Pasadena, CA (NPI 1639221948).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639221948
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A62133 (CA)
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
19 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
1,655 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 234 | $193 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 160 | $138 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 142 | $64 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 129 | $44 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 118 | $32 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 81 | $45 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 67 | 46 |
| Gabapentin | 63 | 18 |
| Methylprednisolone | 39 | 33 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 28 | 11 |
| Naproxen Sodiumbrand: Naproxen Sodium Cr | 27 | 25 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$641 across 6 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
- 2007-01-17
- Last updated
- 2010-11-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Burnham Jr.'s NPI number?
- Walter Burnham Jr.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639221948, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Burnham Jr.'s specialty?
- Walter Burnham Jr. is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Burnham Jr. located?
- Walter Burnham Jr.'s practice location on file with NPPES is 10 Congress St, Pasadena, CA 91105-3045.
- What is Walter Burnham Jr.'s phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Burnham Jr. is (626) 795-0282.
- Does Walter Burnham Jr. accept Medicare?
- Walter Burnham Jr. is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Burnham Jr.'s NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Burnham Jr.'s NPI (1639221948) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-11-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.