Walter Kucaba, DO
NPI 1881787802 · Family Medicine Physician · Duncan, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Kucaba, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Duncan, SC (NPI 1881787802).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881787802
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0608 (SC)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,053 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 | 289 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 196 | $9 |
| 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 | 171 | $16 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 93 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 80 | $9 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 110 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 486 | 161 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 277 | 101 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 221 | 40 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 210 | 57 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 181 | 77 |
| Losartan Potassium | 181 | 53 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,016 across 61 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 8311 Warren H Abernathy HwySpartanburg, SC 29301-1249Phone: (864) 562-5100Fax: (864) 562-5230
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-02
- Last updated
- 2021-02-03
- Certified
- 2021-02-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Kucaba's NPI number?
- Walter Kucaba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881787802, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Kucaba's specialty?
- Walter Kucaba is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Kucaba located?
- Walter Kucaba's practice location on file with NPPES is 1575 E Main St, Duncan, SC 29334-9218.
- What is Walter Kucaba's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Kucaba is (864) 560-3500.
- Does Walter Kucaba accept Medicare?
- Walter Kucaba is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Kucaba's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Kucaba's NPI (1881787802) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.