Dr. Thomas Richard Walters , MD
Ophthalmology • Austin, TX
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. Thomas Walters, MD is a certified Ophthalmology practicing in Austin, TX. With approximately 44 years of clinical experience since graduating from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas in 1982, Dr. Walters delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 5717 BALCONES DR.
Dr. Walters is affiliated with Texan Eye, Pa and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include removal of cataract with insertion of lens, ct scan of cornea, measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
5717 Balcones Dr
Austin, TX 78731
Medicare Profile & Education
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas
1982
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Ophthalmology in Austin, TX
Practicing in Austin, TX (1616 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
66984
Removal of cataract with insertion of lens
|
438 | 240 | $1614.00 | $518.64 |
|
92025
Ct scan of cornea
|
297 | 274 | $46.00 | $35.50 |
|
92136
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye
|
248 | 248 | $143.00 | $49.27 |
|
99204
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more
|
210 | 210 | $495.00 | $172.70 |
|
66821
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser
|
105 | 105 | $1678.33 | $470.72 |
|
92134
Imaging of retina
|
104 | 101 | $122.00 | $41.40 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
99 | 96 | $381.00 | $133.74 |
|
92014
Established patient complete exam of visual system
|
73 | 72 | $383.00 | $132.23 |
|
92004
New patient complete exam of visual system
|
52 | 52 | $453.00 | $151.96 |
|
99212
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more
|
38 | 36 | $170.00 | $59.31 |
|
92133
Imaging of optic nerve
|
31 | 31 | $111.00 | $29.64 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
20 | 19 | $270.00 | $94.97 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2024-01-03NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207W00000X
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Texan Eye, Pa
5717 Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 787314203
Phone: 5123277000
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Ophthalmology - Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry
Ophthalmology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
Registered at 5717 BALCONES DR, AUSTIN, TX 78731 (Tel: 5123277000)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 5717 BALCONES DR, AUSTIN, TX 787314203 (Tel: 5123277000)
Registered at 5717 BALCONES DR, AUSTIN, TX 787314203 (Tel: 5123277000)
Recorded as THOMAS WALTERS, MD
Ophthalmology (License #G3889 in TX)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
5717 Balcones Dr
Austin, TX 787314203
Phone: 5123277000
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