RICHARD EDWIN WALKER III
NPI 1144847500
Optometrist in Collinsville, VA

Active since July 01, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.95/100
CMS Quality Rating
4244 VIRGINIA AVE, COLLINSVILLE, VA 24078(276) 647-3766 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2026, Aug 5, 2021, Jul 8, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Richard Edwin Walker Iii NPPES

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

RICHARD EDWIN WALKER III (NPI 1144847500) is an individual optometrist in Collinsville, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0620000099) and active in the NPI registry since July 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 14 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Central Michigan College Of Medicine (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144847500
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD EDWIN WALKER III
Location Address4244 VIRGINIA AVECollinsville, VA 24078-1935
Mailing AddressPo Box 45923Baltimore, MD 21297-5923 · (877) 969-0392
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSCentral Michigan College Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJuly 1, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 17, 2026
NPI 1144847500 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses Licensed in VA · 0620000099 Licensed in MI · 4901005447 Licensed in VA · 0618003064
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
4244 VIRGINIA AVE, Collinsville, VA 24078

Secondary Practice Locations 14

Location 1505 7th StAltavista, VA 24517-1815 · Phone (434) 369-5092
Location 2100 N Virginia StFarmville, VA 23901-1537 · Phone (434) 392-8113
Location 3521 Webster StSouth Boston, VA 24592-2429 · Phone (434) 572-9500
Location 41825 Graves Mill RdForest, VA 24551-3967 · Phone (434) 385-5600
Location 55838 Metro Way SWWyoming, MI 49519-9619 · Phone (616) 249-5300
Location 61049 Brookdale St Ste CMartinsville, VA 24112-3972 · Phone (434) 799-3232
Location 7191 Old Courthouse RdAppomattox, VA 24522-9853 · Phone (434) 385-5600
Location 81503 Enterprise DrLynchburg, VA 24502-5751 · Phone (434) 385-5600
Location 92047 Hamilton BlvdSouth Boston, VA 24592-2141 · Phone (434) 572-9733
Location 10356 Front StreetLovingston, VA 22949 · Phone (434) 385-5600
Location 112108 Langhorne RdLynchburg, VA 24501-1424 · Phone (434) 385-5600
Location 12204 Ambriar PlazaAmherst, VA 24521 · Phone (434) 385-5600
Location 131835 Graves Mill Rd Ste 2Forest, VA 24551-3967 · Phone (434) 385-5600
Location 14800 Memorial Dr Ste ADanville, VA 24541-1680 · Phone (434) 799-3232

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

Richard Edwin Walker Iii 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 ID345644514
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210810002544
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 7

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.
379 services342 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
123 services110 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.
117 services103 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
115 services95 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
92 services92 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
33 services31 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 24078 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
$129.04 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.08 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

74.95/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability93
Improvement Activities40
Cost22.35

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

Technician/Technologist (Optician)
4244 VIRGINIA AVE
COLLINSVILLE, VA 24078
Optometrist
4244 VIRGINIA AVE
COLLINSVILLE, VA 24078
Optometrist
4244 VIRGINIA AVE
COLLINSVILLE, VA 24078
Optometrist
4244 VIRGINIA AVE
COLLINSVILLE, VA 24078
Optometrist
4244 VIRGINIA AVE
COLLINSVILLE, VA 24078
Optometrist
4244 VIRGINIA AVE
COLLINSVILLE, VA 24078

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 Richard Walker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Walker is 1144847500. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 1, 2020.

Where is Richard Walker located?

Richard Walker practices at 4244 Virginia Ave, Collinsville, VA 24078. The listed phone number is (276) 647-3766.

What is Richard Walker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Richard Walker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard 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 Richard Walker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 1 other insurer list Richard 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Walker was last updated on March 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.