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DR. SCOTT ALAN WALTER M.D.
NPI 1609293067
Dermatology in Golden, CO

Active since March 24, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.56/100
CMS Quality Rating
17560 S GOLDEN RD UNIT 100, GOLDEN, CO 80401(303) 526-1117(303) 278-0611 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 18, 2022, Oct 21, 2020, Dec 3, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Scott Alan Walter M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SCOTT ALAN WALTER M.D. (NPI 1609293067) is an individual dermatology provider in Golden, Colorado, licensed in Massachusetts (263771) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 3 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609293067
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SCOTT ALAN WALTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address17560 S GOLDEN RD UNIT 100Golden, CO 80401-6005
Mailing Address17560 S Golden Rd Unit 100Golden, CO 80401-6005 · (303) 526-1117 · Fax (303) 278-0611
Phone(303) 526-1117
Fax(303) 278-0611
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMarch 24, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 18, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 18, 2022
✔ NPI 1609293067 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 263771
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
17560 S GOLDEN RD UNIT 100, Golden, CO 80401
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1725 Albany St, 8th FloorBoston, MA 02118-2526 · Phone (617) 638-7420
Location 25340 S Quebec St Ste 300Greenwood Village, CO 80111-1909 · Phone (303) 756-7546 · Fax (303) 756-7547
Location 310099 Ridgegate Pkwy Ste 490Lone Tree, CO 80124-5537 · Phone (303) 756-7546

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Select Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Scott Alan Walter 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 ID4486969128
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180911003389
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Scott Walter reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Hill Center For Dermatology, PC
Same address
Specialist
17560 S GOLDEN RD, SUITE 100
Golden, CO 80401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1811020746 (303) 526-1117

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 12

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
651 services104 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
371 services303 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
192 services153 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
115 services100 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
93 services85 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
54 services50 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80401 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

82.56/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality84.26
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.84

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

CASSANDRA AI HO PA-C
Physician Assistant
17560 S GOLDEN RD UNIT 100
GOLDEN, CO 80401
Jefferson County (303) 526-1117

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 Scott Walter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Scott Walter is 1609293067. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 24, 2014.

Where is Scott Walter located?

Scott Walter practices at 17560 S Golden Rd Unit 100, Golden, CO 80401. The listed phone number is (303) 526-1117.

What is Scott Walter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Scott Walter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Scott Walter 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Scott Walter's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Scott Walter reassigns Medicare benefits to Hill Center For Dermatology, PC (Golden, CO). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Scott Walter's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Scott Walter accept?

Health plans from Select Health list Scott Walter 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 Scott Walter was last updated on February 18, 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.