JOSEPH D. WALKER PA-C
NPI 1720477508
Physician Assistant in Blanding, UT
NPI Status: Active since January 15, 2015
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 12
- Physician Assistant
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About JOSEPH WALKER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Joseph Walker, a primary care provider established in Blanding, Utah with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant and more than 12 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1720477508 assigned on January 2015. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number PA0312 (NV). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 4 years ago.
- NPI
- 1720477508
- Provider Name
- JOSEPH D. WALKER PA-C
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511
- Location Phone
- (435) 678-3601
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 130 MONTEZUMA CREEK, UT 84534
- Mailing Phone
- (435) 651-3700
- Mailing Fax
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 2014
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-15-2015
- Last Update Date
- 02-10-2022
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Joseph Walker sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 4475 S Eastern Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 737-1880
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Physician Assistant
- Taxonomy Code
- 363A00000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- PA0312
- License State
- NV
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | PA1589 (NV) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Bronze 2 Advanced HSA: Aetna network + MinuteClinic + Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Bronze 4 Advanced: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Bronze S: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Gold 10 Advanced: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Gold 3 Advanced: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Gold S: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Silver 5 Advanced: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Silver 6 Advanced: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- Silver S: Aetna network + $0 MinuteClinic + $0 CVS Health Virtual Primary Care - HMO
- BridgeSpan Standard Bronze Plan - HMO
- BridgeSpan Standard Gold Plan - HMO
- BridgeSpan Standard Silver Plan - HMO
- Gold 1 - HMO
- Gold 1 with Adult Vision Services - HMO
- Gold 8 - HMO
- Silver 1 - HMO
- Silver 1 with Adult Vision Services - HMO
- Silver 12 with First 4 Primary Care Visits Free - HMO
- Silver 8 - HMO
- Bronze Essential 8500 Deductible With 4 Copay No Deductible Office Visits - EPO
- Bronze HSA 7000 - EPO
- Gold 2300 - EPO
- Regence Standard Bronze 7500 - EPO
- Regence Standard Gold 1500 - EPO
- Regence Standard Silver 5000 - EPO
- Silver 5000 - EPO
- Silver 6200 - EPO
- Med Benchmark Expanded Bronze Select Copay Plan - HMO
- Med Benchmark Expanded Bronze Standardized Plan - HMO
- Med Benchmark Gold Standardized Plan - HMO
- Med Benchmark Platinum - HMO
- Med Benchmark Platinum Standardized Plan - HMO
- Med Benchmark Silver 6000 Medical Deductible w/Vision - HMO
- Med Benchmark Silver Standardized Plan - HMO
- Med Gold 1500 Medical Deductible - HMO
- Healthy Premier Bronze HSA - EPO
- Healthy Premier Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
- Healthy Premier Gold Copay - EPO
- Healthy Premier Gold Standard - EPO
- Healthy Premier Silver Copay - EPO
- Healthy Premier Silver Standard - EPO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1720477508 | MEDICAID (05) | NV |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Joseph Walker is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Joseph Walker is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 6507182052
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20180222001216
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Bacterial colony count, urine
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides)
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh)
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19)
Hemoglobin a1c level
A bacterial colony count, urine, is a laboratory test that checks a urine sample for bacteria. It helps to identify if an infection is present in the urinary system. High numbers of bacteria in the urine can indicate a urinary tract infection (UTI).
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsA comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.
This service was performed 40 times for 40 patientsA lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsA TSH blood test measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone in your body. This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and regulates how your thyroid works. It's a simple procedure where a small amount of blood is drawn from your arm for analysis.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsA Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
This service was performed 38 times for 38 patientsThis is a test to detect COVID-19, the virus causing severe respiratory illness. It uses a method called immunoassay, which identifies the virus by its unique proteins. The test is directly observed for accuracy. It helps determine if you're currently infected.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsHemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
This service was performed 12 times for 12 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $21.1 for a new patient copayment and $17 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 84511 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $84.41
- Minimum New Patient Price $54.34
- Maximum New Patient Price $166.03
- Average New Patient Copayment $21.1
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.58
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.5
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $68.01
- Minimum Established Patient Price $17.23
- Maximum Established Patient Price $135.2
- Average Established Patient Copayment $17
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.3
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.8
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer Screening | 27% | 165 |
| Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer | ||
| Chronic Care and Preventative Care Management for Empaneled Patients | Yes | N/A |
| Proactively manage chronic and preventive care for empaneled patients that could include one or more of the following: • Provide patients annually with an opportunity for development and/or adjustment of an individualized plan of care as appropriate to age and health status, including health risk appraisal; gender, age and condition-specific preventive care services; and plan of care for chronic conditions; • Use condition-specific pathways for care of chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, depression, asthma and heart failure) with evidence-based protocols to guide treatment to target; such as a CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program; • Use pre-visit planning to optimize preventive care and team management of patients with chronic conditions; • Use panel support tools (registry functionality) to identify services due; • Use predictive analytical models to predict risk, onset and progression of chronic diseases; or • Use reminders and outreach (e.g., phone calls, emails, postcards, patient portals and community health workers where available) to alert and educate patients about services due; and/or routine medication reconciliation. | ||
| Colorectal Cancer Screening | 28% | 282 |
| Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer | ||
| Diabetes: Eye Exam | 16% | 140 |
| Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period | ||
| Implementation of medication management practice improvements | Yes | N/A |
| Manage medications to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and safety that could include one or more of the following: Reconcile and coordinate medications and provide medication management across transitions of care settings and eligible clinicians or groups; Integrate a pharmacist into the care team; and/or Conduct periodic, structured medication reviews. | ||
| Measurement and Improvement at the Practice and Panel Level | Yes | N/A |
| Measure and improve quality at the practice and panel level, such as the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Physician Scorecards, that could include one or more of the following: • Regularly review measures of quality, utilization, patient satisfaction and other measures that may be useful at the practice level and at the level of the care team or MIPS eligible clinician or group (panel); and/or • Use relevant data sources to create benchmarks and goals for performance at the practice level and panel level. | ||
| Use of decision support and standardized treatment protocols | Yes | N/A |
| Use decision support and standardized treatment protocols to manage workflow in the team to meet patient needs. | ||
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NPI Validation Check Digit Calculation
The following table explains the step by step NPI number validation process using the ISO standard Luhn algorithm.
| Start with the original NPI number, the last digit is the check digit and is not used in the calculation. | |||||||||
| 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 8 |
| Step 1: Double the value of the alternate digits, beginning with the rightmost digit. | |||||||||
| 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 14 | 5 | 0 | |
| Step 2: Add all the doubled and unaffected individual digits from step 1 plus the constant number 24. | |||||||||
| 2 + 7 + 4 + 0 + 8 + 7 + 1 + 4 + 5 + 0 + 24 = 62 | |||||||||
| Step 3: Subtract the total obtained in step 2 from the next higher number ending in zero, the result is the check digit. | |||||||||
| 70 - 62 = 8 | 8 | ||||||||
The NPI number 1720477508 is valid because the calculated check digit 8 using the Luhn validation algorithm matches the last digit of the original NPI number.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 18 providers are registered at the same or nearby location.
| NPI | Name / Type | Taxonomy | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1184054322 | UTAH NAVAJO HEALTH SYSTEM, INCORPORATED Organization | Dentist (General Practice) | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-2815 |
| 1225563893 | UTAH NAVAJO HEALTH SYSTEM INCORPORATED Organization | Optometrist | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-2324 |
| 1609469949 | CORTNEY ANNE SHUMWAY Individual | Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics) | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-0700 |
| 1598344426 | UTAH NAVAJO HEALTH SYSTEM INCORPORATED Organization | Clinic/Center (Infusion Therapy) | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-3601 |
| 1457489486 | UTAH NAVAJO HEALTH SYSTEM, INCORPORATED Organization | Family Medicine | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-3601 |
| 1063865566 | DR. STEPHEN BURTON O.D. Individual | Optometrist | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-3601 |
| 1164938296 | DAR QUEALY Individual | Physician Assistant | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-3601 |
| 1356636443 | RUSSELL B PINCOCK NP-C Individual | Nurse Practitioner (Family) | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 651-3700 |
| 1386870822 | UTAH NAVAJO HEALTH SYSTEM Organization | Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy) | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-3993 |
| 1447253091 | MICHELE M LYMAN PA-C Individual | Physician Assistant | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-3601 |
| 1780623595 | DR. RONALD KIRK OD Individual | Optometrist | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-2324 |
| 1932102514 | LLOYD VAL JONES M.D. Individual | Family Medicine | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-3601 |
| 1306585310 | ANDREA TWITCHELL Individual | Dentist | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-0700 |
| 1356080071 | YIKANEE BAH SAMPSON RN, CDE Individual | Registered Nurse | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-0700 |
| 1265606297 | PAUL REDD MACDONALD D.D.S. Individual | Dentist (General Practice) | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-0700 |
| 1063117893 | MAVERIK NICHOLAS SHUMWAY Individual | Optometrist | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-0590 |
| 1750128468 | LEILANI ROSE BEGAYE DC Individual | Chiropractor | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-0500 |
| 1588227797 | DANE PHILLIP LYMAN MD Individual | Family Medicine | 910 S 300 W BLANDING, UT 84511 (435) 678-0700 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1720477508, enumerated in the NPI registry as an "individual" on January 15, 2015
The provider is located at 910 S 300 W Blanding, Ut 84511 and the phone number is (435) 678-3601
The provider's speciality is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X
The provider has more than 12 years of experience.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Aetna CVS Health, BridgeSpan Health Company,. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to make sure your health plan is currently accepted.
Yes, as of June 20, 2025 the provider is registered in PECOS and is eligible to order health care services or supplies for Medicare patients. If you are a beneficiary the provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
Medicare beneficiaries should expect a typical cost of $84.41 with an average copayment of $21.1 for new patient appointments. Established patients should expect a typical charge of $68.01 and an average copayment of 17. Please review your insurance plan or contact the provider directly to determine your specific costs.
The most common procedures or services performed by this practitioner are: Bacterial colony count, urine, Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals, Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides), Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh), Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count, Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) and Hemoglobin a1c level.
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