Walter Short, M.D.
NPI 1649295833 · Family Medicine Physician · Paragould, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Short, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Paragould, AR (NPI 1649295833).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649295833
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E1907 (AR)
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
331 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 72 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 65 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 55 | $80 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus and Influenza87428 | 49 | $64 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 31 | $117 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 30 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 161 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 466 | 92 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 364 | 69 |
| Gabapentin | 359 | 66 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 354 | 87 |
| Mirtazapine | 342 | 69 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 337 | 64 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$203 across 16 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
- 2006-07-12
- Last updated
- 2024-02-28
- Certified
- 2023-10-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Short's NPI number?
- Walter Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649295833, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Short's specialty?
- Walter Short is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Short located?
- Walter Short's practice location on file with NPPES is 4000 Linwood Dr Ste a, Paragould, AR 72450-7224.
- What is Walter Short's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Short is (870) 239-8503.
- Does Walter Short accept Medicare?
- Walter Short is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Short's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Short's NPI (1649295833) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.