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DR. JOHN H WALKER M.D.
NPI 1730127531
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery in Huntsville, AL

Active since June 03, 2006PECOS Enrolled
87.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
4715 WHITESBURG DR S, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802(256) 881-5151(256) 880-3939 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Sep 14, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. John H Walker M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN H WALKER M.D. (NPI 1730127531) is an individual hand surgery provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (12467) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730127531
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0106X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN H WALKERCredential: M.D.
Location Address4715 WHITESBURG DR SHuntsville, AL 35802-1632
Mailing Address4715 Whitesburg Dr SeHuntsville, AL 35802-1632 · (256) 881-5151 · Fax (256) 880-3939
Fax(256) 880-3939
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 14, 2021
NPI 1730127531 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0106X
License Licensed in AL · 12467
Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.

4715 WHITESBURG DR S, Huntsville, AL 35802

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. John H 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 ID8123020401
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100715000047
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 25

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.

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
519 services235 patients
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.
387 services288 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.
268 services209 patients
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130
An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.
225 services197 patients
Injection into tendon or ligament 20550
An injection into a tendon or ligament involves placing medication directly into these areas to help reduce inflammation and pain. It's often used for conditions like arthritis or tendonitis. The procedure is quick and usually involves a local anesthetic.
205 services139 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint 20600
This procedure involves inserting a thin needle into a small joint to remove (aspirate) or inject fluid. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or administer medication directly into the joint. It's generally safe with minimal discomfort.
135 services86 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35802 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

87.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability93
Improvement Activities40
Cost71.44

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing A6210
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier13 claims31 services$19.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Shoulder orthosis, acromio/clavicular (canvas and webbing type), prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3670
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$109.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Wrist hand orthosis, wrist extension control cock-up, non molded, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3908
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers39 claims40 services$42.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Hand finger orthosis, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3924
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$55.03 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 11

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

Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
4715 WHITESBURG DR S
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802
Physical Therapist
4715 WHITESBURG DR S, 100
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802
Physical Therapist
4715 WHITESBURG DR S
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802
Family Medicine
4715 WHITESBURG DR S
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802
Preventive Medicine (Occupational Medicine)
4715 WHITESBURG DR S
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802
Pharmacist
4715 WHITESBURG DR S
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802
Massage Therapist
4715 WHITESBURG DR S
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802
Orthopaedic Surgery
4715 WHITESBURG DR S
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35802

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 Walker's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Walker is 1730127531. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is John Walker located?

John Walker practices at 4715 Whitesburg Dr S, Huntsville, AL 35802. The listed phone number is (256) 881-5151.

What is John Walker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Hand Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0106X.

Is John Walker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John 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 John Walker accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 1 other insurer list John 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Walker was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.