JOHN L WALTERS OD
NPI 1689670762
Optometrist in Portland, ME

Active since June 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.06/100
CMS Quality Rating
15 LOWELL ST, PORTLAND, ME 04102(207) 774-8277(207) 699-5850 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 12, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 12, 2023, Apr 21, 2020, Nov 7, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About John L Walters Od NPPES

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

JOHN L WALTERS OD (NPI 1689670762) is an individual optometrist in Portland, Maine, licensed in Maine (OPT817) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Portland, and is a graduate of New England College Of Optometry (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689670762
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN L WALTERSCredential: OD
Location Address15 LOWELL STPortland, ME 04102-2748
Mailing Address15 Lowell StPortland, ME 04102-2748 · (207) 774-8277 · Fax (207) 699-5850
Fax(207) 699-5850
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew England College Of OptometryGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 12, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 12, 2023
NPI 1689670762 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in ME · OPT817
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
15 LOWELL ST, Portland, ME 04102

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1161 Marginal WayPortland, ME 04101-2438 · Phone (207) 774-8277

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid253720099ME

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

John L Walters Od 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 ID8325070956
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050906000037
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 10

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.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
820 services677 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
260 services201 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
245 services222 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
230 services201 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
164 services148 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
95 services94 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 04102 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
$128.83 typical visit price
range $56.28 – $169.96
Typical copayment $32.20 (range $14.07 – $42.49)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.13 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $138.92
Typical copayment $17.53 (range $4.55 – $34.73)
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.

98.06/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.13
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Ophthalmology
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Ophthalmology
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Ophthalmology (Glaucoma Specialist)
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Optometrist
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Ophthalmology (Glaucoma Specialist)
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Ophthalmology
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Ophthalmology
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102
Ophthalmology
15 LOWELL ST
PORTLAND, ME 04102

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 John Walters's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Walters is 1689670762. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2005.

Where is John Walters located?

John Walters practices at 15 Lowell St, Portland, ME 04102. The listed phone number is (207) 774-8277.

What is John Walters's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is John Walters enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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 John Walters accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list John 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 John Walters was last updated on October 12, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.