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RUTH FULGHUM WALTERS M.D.
NPI 1497968606
Pathology - Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine in Chapel Hill, NC

Active since May 07, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.15/100
CMS Quality Rating
2238 NELSON HWY, SUITE 100, CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517(919) 401-1994(919) 401-1924 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 28, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Ruth Fulghum Walters M.d. NPPES

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

RUTH FULGHUM WALTERS M.D. (NPI 1497968606) is an individual clinical pathology/laboratory medicine provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (200401447) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497968606
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0105X
Provider Legal NameRUTH FULGHUM WALTERSCredential: M.D.
Location Address2238 NELSON HWY, SUITE 100Chapel Hill, NC 27517-8914
Mailing Address2238 Nelson Hwy, Suite 100Chapel Hill, NC 27517-8914 · (919) 401-1994 · Fax (919) 401-1924
Phone(919) 401-1994
Fax(919) 401-1924
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMay 7, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 28, 2015
✔ NPI 1497968606 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0105X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 200401447
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
2238 NELSON HWY, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid1497968606NC
Other9234216Aetna
Other179PMBcnc
OtherNCD495ANC · Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.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

Ruth Fulghum Walters M.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 ID2466531603
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130830000551
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 6

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
3,687 services2,228 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
181 services107 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
151 services134 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
146 services110 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
134 services121 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred material requiring preparation of slides 88323
A surgical pathology consultation involves the examination of tissue removed during surgery. The tissue is processed and slides are prepared for detailed study under a microscope. The findings are then compiled into a report to help guide your treatment plan.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27517 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.

92.15/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.88
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost91.96

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

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

DR. CAROLINE LILLIAN RAO MD
Dermatology
2238 NELSON HWY, STE 100
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 401-1994
STEPHANIE MARIE KNUTSON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2238 NELSON HWY, SUITE 100
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 401-1994
DR. BETH GOODRICH GOLDSTEIN MD
Dermatology
2238 NELSON HWY, STE 100
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 407-1994
JENNIFER H ADAIR PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2238 NELSON HWY
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 401-1994
DR. JENNELLE SAUNDERS WILLIAMS MD
Dermatology
2238 NELSON HWY, STE 100
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 401-1994
DR. DAVID TODD DEVRIES M.D.
Dermatology
2238 NELSON HWY, SUITE 100
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 401-1994
MRS. LAURA ZUGER PHILLIPS PA C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
2238 NELSON HWY, SUITE 100
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 401-1994
CENTRAL DERMATOLOGY CENTER, PA
Dermatology
2238 NELSON HWY, SUITE 100
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Chatham County (919) 401-1994

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 Ruth Walters's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruth Walters is 1497968606. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 7, 2007.

Where is Ruth Walters located?

Ruth Walters practices at 2238 Nelson Hwy Suite 100, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. The listed phone number is (919) 401-1994.

What is Ruth Walters's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine, with taxonomy code 207ZP0105X.

Is Ruth Walters enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruth 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 Ruth Walters accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Ruth 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruth Walters was last updated on January 28, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.