NORA LEE WALKER M.D.
NPI 1104823822
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Nora Walker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nora Walker is 1104823822. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2005.

Q: What is Nora Walker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nora Walker was last updated on October 9, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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 July 07, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

16.71/100

CMS Quality Rating

7940 FLOYD CURL DR STE 870, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 692-1634(210) 692-9601 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 9, 2024, Aug 23, 2021, Dec 30, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Nora Lee Walker M.d. NPPES

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

NORA LEE WALKER M.D. (NPI 1104823822) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (J4595) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104823822

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameNORA LEE WALKERCredential: M.D.

Location Address7940 FLOYD CURL DR STE 870San Antonio, TX 78229-3906

Mailing AddressPo Box 1816San Antonio, TX 78296-1816 · (210) 558-6288 · Fax (210) 558-6289

Phone(210) 692-1634

Fax(210) 692-9601

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 9, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 9, 2024

✔ NPI 1104823822 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in TX · J4595

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License J4595 (TX)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License J4595 (TX)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0012X · License J4595 (TX)

7940 FLOYD CURL DR STE 870, San Antonio, TX 78229

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid031054203TX

Other290012537TX · Railroad Medicare Ptan

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Molina Healthcare 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

Nora Lee Walker M.d. 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 ID5597778076

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060731000089

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 15

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

288 services171 patients

Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212

This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.

248 services120 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.

107 services38 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

86 services27 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

41 services33 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

41 services26 patients

Test for exercise-induced lung stress 94618

An exercise-induced lung stress test assesses how your lungs respond to physical activity. During the test, you'll exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike while your heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, and oxygen levels are monitored. This helps identify any abnormal lung responses to exercise.

38 services32 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

38 services12 patients

Critical care, each additional 30 minutes 99292

Critical care refers to special attention given to patients facing life-threatening conditions. Each additional 30 minutes indicates the extension of this specialized care. This might include close monitoring, medication adjustments, and immediate interventions as needed.

38 services12 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.

33 services30 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727

This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.

31 services30 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

31 services30 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

29 services29 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443

This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.

25 services24 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Baptist Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450058

Location111 Dallas StreetSan Antonio, TX 78205 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450237

Location2827 Babcock RoadSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450388

Location7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78229 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

16.71/100

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

Individually scored

Quality

Improvement Activities

Cost

55.7

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 27

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers262 claims262 services$30.81 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers14 claims27 services$1.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers154 claims154 services$72.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

12 suppliers159 claims455 services$27.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers89 claims513 services$14.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers96 claims567 services$12.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

15 suppliers181 claims181 services$45.93 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

18 suppliers170 claims170 services$15.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Chinstrap used with positive airway pressure device A7036

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers14 claims14 services$9.11 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers64 claims64 services$9.92 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

21 suppliers327 claims1,903 services$1.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, non disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7039

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers15 claims15 services$5.42 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

17 suppliers148 claims148 services$10.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

9 suppliers77 claims77 services$16.28 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen contents, gaseous, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0443

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers17 claims17 services$38.47 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

2 suppliers58 claims58 services$918.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers38 claims41 services$70.53 avg. paid by Medicare

High frequency chest wall oscillation system, with full anterior and/or posterior thoracic region receiving simultaneous external oscillation, includes all accessories and supplies, each E0483

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers18 claims18 services$852.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers18 claims18 services$114.36 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers27 claims29 services$3.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers168 claims168 services$28.37 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

16 suppliers391 claims398 services$71.80 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

6 suppliers211 claims214 services$30.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

9 suppliers15 claims3,902 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers14 claims1,230 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier14 claims14 services$30.63 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

12 suppliers40 claims40 services$23.46 avg. paid by Medicare

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

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 Nora Walker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nora Walker is 1104823822. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2005.

Where is Nora Walker located?

Nora Walker practices at 7940 Floyd Curl Dr Ste 870, San Antonio, TX 78229. The listed phone number is (210) 692-1634.

What is Nora Walker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Nora Walker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nora Walker 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 Nora Walker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Molina Healthcare and WellPoint list Nora Walker 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 Nora Walker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nora Walker is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center, Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center and Methodist Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nora Walker was last updated on October 9, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.