Walter Atlas, MD
NPI 1891743803 · Ophthalmology Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Walter Atlas, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1891743803).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891743803
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34946 (NC)
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
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
1,975 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 | 1,090 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 256 | $87 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 203 | $60 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 171 | $32 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 144 | $142 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 38 | $319 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 878 | 242 |
| Timolol Maleate | 187 | 61 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 125 | 92 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 104 | 39 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 100 | 40 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 79 | 26 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 53 | 50 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45 across 1 record (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
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2021-04-26
- Certified
- 2021-04-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Walter Atlas's NPI number?
- Walter Atlas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891743803, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Walter Atlas's specialty?
- Walter Atlas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Walter Atlas located?
- Walter Atlas's practice location on file with NPPES is 6035 Fairview Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210-3256.
- What is Walter Atlas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Walter Atlas is (704) 295-3000.
- Does Walter Atlas accept Medicare?
- Walter Atlas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Walter Atlas's NPI active?
- Yes — Walter Atlas's NPI (1891743803) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.