MR. WALTER M GORTON M.D.
NPI 1528037116
Internal Medicine in Belzoni, MS

Q: What is Walter Gorton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Gorton is 1528037116. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 16, 2006.

Q: What is Walter Gorton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Gorton was last updated on August 17, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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 March 16, 2006PECOS Enrolled

107 CHURCH ST, BELZONI, MS 39038(662) 247-2105(662) 247-4849 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 17, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Mr. Walter M Gorton M.d. NPPES

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

MR. WALTER M GORTON M.D. (NPI 1528037116) is an individual internal medicine provider in Belzoni, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (05613) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center-yazoo, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1968).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528037116

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. WALTER M GORTONCredential: M.D.

Location Address107 CHURCH STBelzoni, MS 39038-3929

Mailing AddressPo Box 633Belzoni, MS 39038-0633 · (662) 247-2105

Phone(662) 247-2105

Fax(662) 247-4849

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1968

Enumeration DateMarch 16, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 17, 2010

✔ NPI 1528037116 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in MS · 05613

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

107 CHURCH ST, Belzoni, MS 39038

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified80263001MS

Medicaid14079MS

Medicare PIN80261753MS

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 (PECOS)

Mr. Walter M Gorton M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID244258309

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080303000649

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.

Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025

A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.

93 services68 patients

Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated 81001

A manual urinalysis test with automated microscopic examination is a lab process that checks your urine for health indicators. It involves a machine scanning your sample to identify any abnormal elements, which can assist in diagnosing various conditions.

63 services31 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

33 services27 patients

Testing for presence of drug, read by direct observation 80305

Testing for the presence of drugs involves collecting a sample, usually urine, which is then analyzed for specific substances. The process is monitored directly to ensure accuracy and integrity. This test helps to confirm if drugs are present in your system.

13 services11 patients

Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426

An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baptist Medical Center-Yazoo

Critical Access Hospitals · Yazoo City, MS

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number251313

Location823 Grand AvenueYazoo City, MS 39194 · Yazoo County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39038 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

$120.41 typical visit price

range $51.65 – $159.18

Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$92.20 typical visit price

range $16.15 – $129.61

Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 13

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

4 suppliers14 claims28 services$5.37 avg. paid by Medicare

For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier12 claims24 services$57.14 avg. paid by Medicare

For diabetics only, multiple density insert, direct formed, molded to foot after external heat source of 230 degrees fahrenheit or higher, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 1/4 inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), prefabricated, each A5512

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier12 claims72 services$25.02 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$19.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers13 claims13 services$20.71 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; gravity fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4036

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier11 claims316 services$5.52 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 7

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

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