DR. WALTER J KAY D.O.
NPI 1013969575
Family Medicine in Tarpon Springs, FL

Q: What is Walter Kay's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Kay is 1013969575. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2006.

Q: What is Walter Kay's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Kay was last updated on May 12, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since May 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

955 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR STE E, TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689(727) 796-2444(727) 796-7653 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 12, 2025, Jul 31, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Walter J Kay D.o. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. WALTER J KAY D.O. (NPI 1013969575) is an individual family medicine provider in Tarpon Springs, Florida, licensed in Florida (OS3862) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mease Dunedin Hospital, and is a graduate of At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1013969575

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. WALTER J KAYCredential: D.O.

Location Address955 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR STE ETarpon Springs, FL 34689-4803

Mailing Address955 E Martin Luther King Jr Dr Ste ETarpon Springs, FL 34689-4803 · (727) 796-2444 · Fax (727) 796-7653

Phone(727) 796-2444

Fax(727) 796-7653

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSAt Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, KirksvilleGraduated 1977

Enumeration DateMay 16, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 12, 2025

✔ NPI 1013969575 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · OS3862

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

955 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR STE E, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid22234600FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Walter J Kay D.o. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1951426618

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100922001283

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349

An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.

955 services165 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

332 services133 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

315 services41 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

124 services88 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

87 services16 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

77 services45 patients

Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348

An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.

56 services36 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179

This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.

55 services40 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

51 services51 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

48 services31 patients

Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99344

A new patient home visit is a comprehensive service where a healthcare professional visits your home for about an hour. This visit includes an overall health assessment, discussion about your medical history, and planning for future healthcare needs. The goal is to understand your health status and provide personalized care.

28 services28 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

25 services20 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

23 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Mease Dunedin Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Dunedin, FL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100043

Location601 Main StDunedin, FL 34698 · Pinellas County

Emergency services

Morton Plant Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Clearwater, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100127

Location300 Pinellas StClearwater, FL 33756 · Pinellas County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mease Countryside Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Safety Harbor, FL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100265

Location3231 Mcmullen Booth RdSafety Harbor, FL 34695 · Pinellas County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34689 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$87.62 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

11 suppliers62 claims131 services$5.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers16 claims16 services$2.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

10 suppliers33 claims44 services$0.98 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers28 claims28 services$30.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Wheelchair accessory, manual swingaway, retractable or removable mounting hardware for joystick, other control interface or positioning accessory E1028

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

2 suppliers16 claims16 services$10.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier19 claims20 services$66.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

KAY PRIMARY CARE INC

Family Medicine

955 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR STE E
TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689

Pinellas County (727) 796-2444

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Walter Kay's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Kay is 1013969575. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2006.

Where is Walter Kay located?

Walter Kay practices at 955 E Martin Luther King Jr Dr Ste E, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689. The listed phone number is (727) 796-2444.

What is Walter Kay's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Walter Kay enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Kay is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Walter Kay accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 1 other insurer list Walter Kay as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Walter Kay affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Kay is affiliated with Mease Dunedin Hospital, Morton Plant Hospital and Mease Countryside Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Kay was last updated on May 12, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.