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JENNIFER D WALKER MD
NPI 1710978267
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Worcester, MA

Active since November 03, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.02/100
CMS Quality Rating
55 LAKE AVE N, WORCESTER, MA 01655(508) 334-3278(508) 334-7284 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 16, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 16, 2020, Apr 27, 2017, Nov 18, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Jennifer D Walker Md NPPES

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

JENNIFER D WALKER MD (NPI 1710978267) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Worcester, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (204879) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710978267
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJENNIFER D WALKERCredential: MD
Location Address55 LAKE AVE NWorcester, MA 01655-0002
Mailing AddressPo Box 415348Boston, MA 02241-5348
Phone(508) 334-3278
Fax(508) 334-7284
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateNovember 3, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 16, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 16, 2020
✔ NPI 1710978267 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 204879
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
55 LAKE AVE N, Worcester, MA 01655
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid110001141AMA
Other204879MA · Tufts Health Plan
OtherJ23088MA · Bcbs Ma

Accepted Insurance

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

Jennifer D Walker Md 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 ID3870489214
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040224000420
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.

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.
110 services110 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
57 services57 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.
23 services23 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.
19 services19 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
18 services18 patients
Replacement of aortic valve on heart-lung machine 33405
The aortic valve replacement on a heart-lung machine is a procedure where your faulty aortic valve is replaced with a new one. During this operation, a machine takes over the job of your heart and lungs, ensuring the blood supply to your body is maintained.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Leominster, MA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number220001
Location60 Hospital RoadLeominster, MA 01453 · Worcester County
Emergency services

Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Worcester, MA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220163
Location55 Lake Avenue NorthWorcester, MA 01655 · Worcester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01655 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
$177.36 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $44.34 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$73.22 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

97.02/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Patient Centered Surgical Risk Assessment and Communication for Cardiac Surgery
Percentage of patients age 18 and older undergoing a non-emergency risk modeled cardiac surgery procedure that had personalized risk assessment using the STS risk calculator and discussed those risks with the surgeon.
100%109 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
99%130 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

HILLARY R. IRONS MD
Emergency Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 421-1400
MS. EILEEN A. DUHAMEL NP
Nurse Practitioner
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-2710
EWA HRYNISZYN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
55 LAKE AVE N, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3271
HELEN COPSEY PA-C
Physician Assistant
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-8585
DR. ADEPEJU GBADEBO CHAMPION M.D.
Internal Medicine
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-2731
SOWMYA KORAPATI
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3550
LAYLA FAKHRZADEH M.D.
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N, ANESTHESIOLOGY
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-3271
YOONYIE CHO M.D.
Anesthesiology
55 LAKE AVE N
WORCESTER, MA 01655
Worcester County (508) 334-1000

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 Jennifer Walker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jennifer Walker is 1710978267. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 3, 2005.

Where is Jennifer Walker located?

Jennifer Walker practices at 55 Lake Ave N, Worcester, MA 01655. The listed phone number is (508) 334-3278.

What is Jennifer Walker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Jennifer Walker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jennifer Walker 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 Jennifer Walker accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Jennifer Walker 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.

Is Jennifer Walker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jennifer Walker is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Hospitals and Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jennifer Walker was last updated on November 16, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.