DR. MICHAEL JAMES WALTERS MD
NPI 1487752796
Surgery in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is Michael Walters's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Walters is 1487752796. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2006.

Q: What is Michael Walters's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Walters was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since September 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

78.18/100

CMS Quality Rating

1600 SW ARCHER RD, GAINESVILLE, FL 32610(352) 265-0761 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Dr. Michael James Walters Md NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL JAMES WALTERS MD (NPI 1487752796) is an individual surgery provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME100881) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida Trinity Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Wisconsin (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487752796

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL JAMES WALTERSCredential: MD

Location Address1600 SW ARCHER RDGainesville, FL 32610-0109

Mailing AddressPo Box 100109Gainesville, FL 32610-0109 · (352) 265-0761

Phone(352) 265-0761

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 2022

✔ NPI 1487752796 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · ME100881✔ Licensed in FL · ME 100881

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License ME100881 (FL)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville, FL 32610

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Other Identifiers 4

OtherAK347WFL · Medicare

Medicaid009642400FL

OtherME 100881FL · Medical License

Other1487752796FL · Npi

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida 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

Dr. Michael James Walters 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 ID3678645934

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080701000313

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.

107 services66 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

41 services41 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.

24 services18 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.

19 services19 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.

16 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Hca Florida Trinity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Trinity, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100191

Location9330 Sr 54Trinity, FL 34655 · Pasco County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Bayonet Point Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hudson, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100256

Location14000 Fivay RdHudson, FL 34667 · Pasco County

Emergency services

Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Brooksville, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100264

Location11375 Cortez BlvdBrooksville, FL 34613 · Hernando County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32610 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

$87.62 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

78.18/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

72.54

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

54.74

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

DR. BAHAREH EBADIFAR KEITH DO

Pediatrics

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-0462

AFRASYAB KHAN

Surgery

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-0680

GULSUN ERDAG MD

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 265-9900

DR. ALBERT H. MATTIA D.D.S.

Dentist (Prosthodontics)

1600 SW ARCHER RD, D4-4
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-5801

JOANNA CHAFFIN

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 627-9272

DR. CASEY JUSTIN BEAL MD

Ophthalmology

1600 SW ARCHER RD, BOX 100284
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-8778

WILLIAM CRAIG HICKS CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

HENRY FONTILLAS PATALINGHUG CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

1600 SW ARCHER RD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32610

Alachua County (352) 273-6438

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 Michael Walters's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Walters is 1487752796. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2006.

Where is Michael Walters located?

Michael Walters practices at 1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610. The listed phone number is (352) 265-0761.

What is Michael Walters's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Michael Walters enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Walters 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 Michael Walters accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and Oscar Insurance Company list Michael Walters 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 Michael Walters affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Walters is affiliated with Hca Florida Trinity Hospital, Hca Florida Bayonet Point Hospital and Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Walters was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.