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WALTER BOWDEN MD
NPI 1336466366
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Hinesville, GA

Active since April 30, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
103 E GENERAL STEWART WAY STE B, HINESVILLE, GA 31313(912) 438-6175(912) 354-8914 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 26, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 19, 2025, May 30, 2023, Jul 6, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Walter Bowden Md NPPES

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

WALTER BOWDEN MD (NPI 1336466366) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Hinesville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (74943) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Candler Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336466366
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X
Provider Legal NameWALTER BOWDENCredential: MD
Location Address103 E GENERAL STEWART WAY STE BHinesville, GA 31313-2607
Mailing Address1 Diamond Cswy Ste 21Savannah, GA 31406-7436 · (912) 438-6175 · Fax (912) 354-8914
Phone(912) 438-6175
Fax(912) 354-8914
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateApril 30, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 26, 2026
✔ NPI 1336466366 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0300X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 74943
Definition
An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 074943 (GA), 74943 (GA), 38784 (SC)
103 E GENERAL STEWART WAY STE B, Hinesville, GA 31313
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 15356 Reynolds St Ste 201Savannah, GA 31405-6019 · Phone (912) 438-6175 · Fax (912) 354-8914
Location 26510 Seawright DrSavannah, GA 31406-2752 · Phone (912) 655-7381
Location 319 Moss Creek Village, Unit B4Bluffton, SC 29910-9549 · Phone (912) 438-6175

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid003178890KGA
Medicaid387842SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Walter Bowden 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 ID1456595651
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130909000668, I20160808002753
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 5

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.

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.
2,374 services344 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.
387 services367 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.
29 services29 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.
23 services21 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.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Candler Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110024
Location5353 Reynolds StreetSavannah, GA 31412 · Chatham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110036
Location4700 Waters AvenueSavannah, GA 31404 · Chatham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah

Acute Care Hospitals · Savannah, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110043
Location11705 Mercy BoulevardSavannah, GA 31419 · Chatham County
Emergency services

East Georgia Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Statesboro, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number110075
Location1499 Fair RoadStatesboro, GA 30458 · Bulloch County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31313 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
$164.04 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $41.01 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
93%29 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
93%29 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
10%29 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
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 3

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

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
2 suppliers12 claims12 services$907.03 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
1 supplier12 claims12 services$11.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Power wheelchair, group 2 heavy duty, captains chair, patient weight capacity 301 to 450 pounds K0825
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD009N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$251.71 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 3

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

MARSHSIDE MEDICAL, LLC
Internal Medicine
103 E GENERAL STEWART WAY STE B
HINESVILLE, GA 31313
Liberty County (912) 438-6175
DAVEY D HERRING MD LLC
Surgery
103 E GENERAL STEWART WAY STE B
HINESVILLE, GA 31313
Liberty County (478) 955-8326
DR. DAVEY DONALD HERRING M.D.
Surgery
103 E GENERAL STEWART WAY STE B
HINESVILLE, GA 31313
Liberty County (229) 468-0711

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 Bowden's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Bowden is 1336466366. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 30, 2010.

Where is Walter Bowden located?

Walter Bowden practices at 103 E General Stewart Way Ste B, Hinesville, GA 31313. The listed phone number is (912) 438-6175.

What is Walter Bowden's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Is Walter Bowden enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Bowden 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 Bowden accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 2 other insurers list Walter Bowden 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 Bowden affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Bowden is affiliated with Candler Hospital, Memorial University Medical Center, St Joseph's Hospital - Savannah and East Georgia Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Bowden was last updated on February 26, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.