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WALTER HAMILTON PETERS IV M.D.
NPI 1831362037
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Columbia, SC

Active since April 08, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK, SUITE 420, COLUMBIA, SC 29203(803) 545-6050(803) 545-6051 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 14, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 14, 2018, Nov 21, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Walter Hamilton Peters Iv M.d. NPPES

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

WALTER HAMILTON PETERS IV M.D. (NPI 1831362037) is an individual neurology provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (39207) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831362037
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameWALTER HAMILTON PETERS IVCredential: M.D.
Location Address8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK, SUITE 420Columbia, SC 29203-8004
Mailing AddressPo Box 743904Atlanta, GA 30374-3904 · (803) 296-7320 · Fax (803) 296-7330
Phone(803) 545-6050
Fax(803) 545-6051
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 14, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1831362037 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 39207
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK, Columbia, SC 29203
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Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Hamilton Peters M.d.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid392079SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Walter Hamilton Peters Iv 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 ID446490080
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160902000144
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 9

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, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit J0585
Onabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.
8,400 services14 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 12-26 hours with review and report by health care professional 95720
This procedure monitors brain wave activity over 12-26 hours using Video EEG (VEEG). It involves recording brain waves and video to detect irregularities. A healthcare professional will review the data and provide a report. It's non-invasive and safe.
259 services126 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.
211 services148 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), 61-119 minutes 95813
The procedure you're having is an EEG, which measures your brain's electrical activity. Electrodes placed on your scalp capture signals that are recorded for 61-119 minutes. This helps identify any irregularities, aiding in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy or sleep disorders.
182 services174 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
55 services55 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 2-12 hours with review and report by health care professional 95718
This procedure, known as a Video EEG (VEEG), records brain wave activity for 2-12 hours. It involves attaching electrodes to your scalp and monitoring brain waves while a video records your actions. This helps health professionals understand and diagnose neurological issues.
50 services49 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420018
Location5 Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sumter, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420070
Location129 N Washington StSumter, SC 29150 · Sumter County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420086
Location1330 Taylor At Marion StColumbia, SC 29220 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420106
Location400 Palmetto Health ParkwayColumbia, SC 29212 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29203 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

99.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality90.59
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.

RENU POKHARNA MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK, SUITE 420
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Richland County (803) 545-6050
PALMETTO HEALTH
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
8 RICHLAND MEDICAL PARK, SUITE 400
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Richland County (803) 765-0871

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 Walter Peters's NPI number?

The NPI number for Walter Peters is 1831362037. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2008. The provider is also known as Hamilton Peters M.D..

Where is Walter Peters located?

Walter Peters practices at 8 Richland Medical Park Suite 420, Columbia, SC 29203. The listed phone number is (803) 545-6050.

What is Walter Peters's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Walter Peters enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Walter Peters 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 Walter Peters accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina list Walter Peters 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 Walter Peters affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Walter Peters is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist and Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Walter Peters was last updated on September 14, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.