DR. NICOLE MARIE WALKER M.D.
NPI 1659520898
Surgery - Surgical Oncology in New Orleans, LA

Active since September 11, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
96.9/100
CMS Quality Rating
3434 PRYTANIA ST STE 410, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115(504) 897-8681(504) 249-5311 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 6, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 6, 2022, Jul 12, 2022, Nov 27, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Nicole Marie Walker M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICOLE MARIE WALKER M.D. (NPI 1659520898) is an individual surgical oncology provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (331523) and active in the NPI registry since September 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Touro Infirmary, and maintains a secondary practice location in Royal Oak.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659520898
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2086X0206X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICOLE MARIE WALKERCredential: M.D.
Location Address3434 PRYTANIA ST STE 410New Orleans, LA 70115-3574
Mailing Address3600 Prytania St Ste 35New Orleans, LA 70115-3678 · (504) 897-8681 · Fax (504) 249-5911
Fax(504) 249-5311
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateSeptember 11, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 6, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 6, 2022
NPI 1659520898 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086X0206X
License Licensed in LA · 331523
Definition

A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 065914 (GA), 56595 (TN), 4301100225 (MI)
3434 PRYTANIA ST STE 410, New Orleans, LA 70115

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13601 W 13 Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073-6712 · Phone (248) 551-3300

Accepted 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. Nicole Marie Walker 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 ID4981869864
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220728001412
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 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
61 services45 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
37 services37 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
15 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Touro Infirmary

Acute Care Hospitals · New Orleans, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190046
Location1401 Foucher StreetNew Orleans, LA 70115 · Orleans County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70115 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
$170.30 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $42.57 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
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.

96.9/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Quality77.77
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
3434 PRYTANIA ST STE 410
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115
Physician Assistant
3434 PRYTANIA ST STE 410
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1659520898, enumerated as an "individual" on September 11, 2008.

The provider is located at 3434 PRYTANIA ST STE 410 NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115 and the phone number is (504) 897-8681.

Surgery with taxonomy code 2086X0206X and a focus in Surgical Oncology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Nicole Walker is affiliated with: TOURO INFIRMARY and EAST JEFFERSON GENERAL HOSPITAL.