WALTER E ZINK III M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1750512281
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Walter Zink's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Zink is 1750512281. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 31, 2009.

Q: What is Walter Zink's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Zink was last updated on April 7, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since July 31, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

8401 DATAPOINT DR STE 600, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229(210) 616-7700(210) 616-7709 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Walter E Zink Iii M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

WALTER E ZINK III M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1750512281) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (P0327) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Val Verde Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1750512281

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NameWALTER E ZINK IIICredential: M.D., PH.D.

Location Address8401 DATAPOINT DR STE 600San Antonio, TX 78229-5907

Mailing AddressP. O. Box 29441, 8401 Datapoint, Suite 600San Antonio, TX 78229-0441 · (210) 616-7700 · Fax (210) 616-7709

Phone(210) 616-7700

Fax(210) 616-7709

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateJuly 31, 2009

Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 2016

✔ NPI 1750512281 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 8

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

License✔ Licensed in TX · P0327

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

Also ListedRadiology · Body ImagingTaxonomy 2085B0100X · License P0327 (TX)

Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic NeuroimagingTaxonomy 2085D0003X · License P0327 (TX)

Also ListedRadiology · NeuroradiologyTaxonomy 2085N0700X · License P0327 (TX)

Also ListedRadiology · Nuclear RadiologyTaxonomy 2085N0904X · License P0327 (TX)

Also ListedRadiology · Pediatric RadiologyTaxonomy 2085P0229X · License P0327 (TX)

Also ListedRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0204X · License P0327 (TX)

Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic UltrasoundTaxonomy 2085U0001X · License P0327 (TX)

8401 DATAPOINT DR STE 600, San Antonio, TX 78229

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Other Identifiers 8

OtherP00990143TX · Railroad Medicare

Medicaid2836421-01TX

Medicare PINTXB132483TX

Medicaid2836421-02TX

Medicare PINTXB132481TX

OtherP0327TX · Texas Medical License

Medicaid2836421-03TX

OtherP00980919TX · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

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

Walter E Zink Iii M.d., Ph.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 ID4587833124

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110816000424

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 33

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, gadoterate meglumine, 0.1 ml A9575

Gadoterate meglumine is a contrast agent used in MRI scans to help visualize certain areas of your body more clearly. It's injected into your bloodstream, typically through a vein in your arm, and helps doctors get more detailed images.

8,000 services46 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967

Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.

5,900 services59 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.

1,202 services1,144 patients

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125

A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.

313 services309 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.

298 services295 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.

292 services289 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.

201 services198 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

101 services100 patients

Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131

A CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.

101 services101 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.

88 services86 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

60 services60 patients

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045

A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.

51 services49 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

51 services51 patients

Ct scan of middle spine without contrast 72128

A CT scan of the middle spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your mid-spine area. This scan helps doctors identify issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye is used in this procedure.

43 services43 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

42 services42 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

37 services37 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast 70544

An MRI scan of the head's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in your head. This helps doctors diagnose conditions such as stroke, aneurysm, or other vascular disorders.

37 services37 patients

Removal of spinal fluid with lower back spinal tap for diagnostic test using imaging guidance 62328

A lower back spinal tap, guided by imaging, is a procedure to collect spinal fluid for testing. A needle is carefully inserted into the lower back to draw out fluid. This can help diagnose various conditions. It's performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.

35 services34 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

35 services34 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

35 services35 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of neck without contrast 70547

An MRI scan of the neck's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. It helps identify any abnormalities or blockages, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

33 services33 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.

32 services32 patients

Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131

27 services27 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

24 services24 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast 72146

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.

24 services24 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.

24 services24 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast 72156

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. Contrast dye is injected to enhance these images, providing clearer visuals for accurate diagnosis.

18 services18 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158

16 services16 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

15 services15 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast 72157

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine, both before and after a contrast dye is injected. The dye helps to highlight certain structures, providing a clearer picture for diagnosis.

13 services13 patients

Ct scan of lower spine with contrast 72132

A CT scan of the lower spine with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-ray technology and a contrast dye to create detailed pictures of your lower spine. It helps in diagnosing conditions like herniated discs, fractures, or tumors.

12 services12 patients

Ct scan of face with contrast 70487

A CT scan of the face with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays and a contrast dye to create detailed images of your facial structures. The contrast dye helps to highlight specific areas, providing clearer images for more accurate diagnosis.

11 services11 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast 70544

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Val Verde Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Del Rio, TX

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number450154

Location801 Bedell AveDel Rio, TX 78840 · Val Verde County

Emergency services

Methodist Hospital Atascosa

Acute Care Hospitals · Jourdanton, TX

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450165

Location1905 Hwy 97 EastJourdanton, TX 78026 · Atascosa County

Emergency services

Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450388

Location7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hill Country Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450604

Location1020 South State Highway 16Fredericksburg, TX 78624 · Gillespie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospital Stone Oak

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670055

Location1139 E Sonterra Blvd,San Antonio, TX 78258 · Bexar County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78229 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

100/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

100

Improvement Activities

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.

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