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DR. WALTER SMITH MORRIS III MD
NPI 1124062617
Internal Medicine in Aberdeen, NC

Active since June 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 34D2106832 · Waiver
92.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
180 MAGNOLIA SQUARE CT, ABERDEEN, NC 28315(910) 695-9000(910) 695-9015 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 10, 2026, Dec 2, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Walter Smith Morris Iii Md NPPES

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

DR. WALTER SMITH MORRIS III MD (NPI 1124062617) is an individual internal medicine provider in Aberdeen, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (9300545) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through December 28, 2027, and is affiliated with Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124062617
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WALTER SMITH MORRIS IIICredential: MD
Location Address180 MAGNOLIA SQUARE CTAberdeen, NC 28315-2225
Mailing Address180 Magnolia Square CtAberdeen, NC 28315-2225 · (910) 695-9000 · Fax (910) 695-9015
Fax(910) 695-9015
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 10, 2026
NPI 1124062617 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in NC · 9300545
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
180 MAGNOLIA SQUARE CT, Aberdeen, NC 28315

Other Identifiers 7

Other60821NC · Bc/bs Nc Provider#
Other80156NC · Medcost Provider#
OtherFH1000225NC · Firstcarolinacare Prov.#
OtherN00541SC · Sc Medicaid Provider#
Other110106123NC · Palmetto Gba Provider#
Medicaid8960821NC
Other0403885NC · Evercare

Accepted 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 Smith Morris Iii Md 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 ID1759464571
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100408000109
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 34D2106832

Walter S Morris III MD PLLC · Southern Pines, NC
Active · expires Dec 28, 2027
CLIA Number34D2106832
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateDecember 29, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateDecember 28, 2027
Laboratory DirectorWalter A. Morris III
Laboratory Phone(910) 695-9000
Laboratory LocationWalter S Morris III MD PLLC390 Southwest Broad Street Unit A, Southern Pines, NC 28387
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 12

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 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.
524 services163 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
220 services50 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
203 services203 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
199 services199 patients
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg J3420
This is a procedure where a small dose of Vitamin B-12, also known as Cyanocobalamin, is injected into your body. This vitamin is essential for nerve function and the production of red blood cells. It's often used to treat vitamin B-12 deficiency.
195 services18 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.
190 services190 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pinehurst, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340115
Location155 Memorial DrivePinehurst, NC 28374 · Moore County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28315 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

92.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality91.96
Promoting Interoperability97
Improvement Activities40
Cost84.91

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
87%363 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Breast Cancer Screening
89%94 patients4/55-star benchmark: 93%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
61%180 patients3/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
84%256 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
42%211 patients2/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
0%33 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
3%33 patients5/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
79%1,991 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
96%892 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%356 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
HIV Screening
4%151 patients1/55-star benchmark: 60%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
20%488 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
18%736 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
84%270 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
72%156 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 3% · 342 patients
Patients totalRate: 16% · 370 patients
15%370 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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
5 suppliers11 claims45 services$6.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$26.73 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 Walter Morris's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Morris is 1124062617. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2006.

Where is Walter Morris located?

Walter Morris practices at 180 Magnolia Square Ct, Aberdeen, NC 28315. The listed phone number is (910) 695-9000.

What is Walter Morris's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Walter Morris enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Morris 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.

Does Walter Morris hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 34D2106832) is associated with this NPI, valid through December 28, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Walter Morris accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Walter Morris 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 Morris affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Morris is affiliated with Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Morris was last updated on September 10, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 days 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.