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DR. JAMES R WALKER O.D.
NPI 1477534147
Optometrist in Winnfield, LA

Active since November 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.82/100
CMS Quality Rating
207 S SAINT JOHN ST, WINNFIELD, LA 71483(318) 628-7992(318) 628-7997 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 13, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. James R Walker O.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES R WALKER O.D. (NPI 1477534147) is an individual optometrist in Winnfield, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (875-100T) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Houston - College Of Optometry (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477534147
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES R WALKERCredential: O.D.
Location Address207 S SAINT JOHN STWinnfield, LA 71483-3413
Mailing Address207 S Saint John StWinnfield, LA 71483-3413 · (318) 628-7992 · Fax (318) 628-7997
Phone(318) 628-7992
Fax(318) 628-7997
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Houston - College Of OptometryGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateNovember 9, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 13, 2008
✔ NPI 1477534147 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 875-100T
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.
207 S SAINT JOHN ST, Winnfield, LA 71483
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified49525LA
Medicaid1304433LA
Other21308LA · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicare NSC0358730001LA
Medicare UPINT19648LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia 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

Dr. James R Walker O.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 ID6901913029
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101101001061
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 9

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
400 services388 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
278 services232 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.
101 services99 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).
98 services97 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.
55 services55 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
55 services55 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71483 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.06 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

94.82/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90.58
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

ALEXANDRIA EYE AND LASER CENTER, LLC
Eyewear Supplier
207 S SAINT JOHN ST
WINNFIELD, LA 71483
Winn Parish (318) 487-2020

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 James Walker's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Walker is 1477534147. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 9, 2005.

Where is James Walker located?

James Walker practices at 207 S Saint John St, Winnfield, LA 71483. The listed phone number is (318) 628-7992.

What is James Walker's specialty?

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

Is James Walker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James 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 James Walker accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Alabama and 10 other insurers list James 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 James Walker was last updated on February 13, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 years 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.