Walter Harris, M.D.
NPI 1689730905 · Ophthalmology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Harris, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1689730905).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689730905
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD039446E (PA)
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
1,379 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 306 | $131 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 174 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 167 | $95 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 127 | $35 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 117 | $28 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 78 | $30 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 479 | 237 |
| Latanoprost | 329 | 101 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 270 | 144 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 262 | 70 |
| Ofloxacin | 242 | 137 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 204 | 59 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 186 | 99 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$617 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
- 2006-12-29
- Last updated
- 2016-09-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Harris's NPI number?
- Walter Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689730905, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Harris's specialty?
- Walter Harris is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Harris located?
- Walter Harris's practice location on file with NPPES is 255 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-6231.
- What is Walter Harris's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Harris is (215) 545-5001.
- Does Walter Harris accept Medicare?
- Walter Harris is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Harris's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Harris's NPI (1689730905) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.