Dr. Richard M Walters
Optometry in Leesville, Louisiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 44+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Richard M Walters, OD, is an Optometry specialist in Leesville, Louisiana. He attended and graduated from University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry in 1980, having over 44 years of diverse experience, especially in Optometry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital. Dr. Richard M Walters also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Alexandria Eye And Laser Center, L.L.C. Dr. Richard M Walters accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (337) 392-1994 to request Dr. Richard M Walters the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Richard M Walters |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
3779540067 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Optometry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 44 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Optometry (OD)
help Doctor of Optometry
Doctors of Optometry (O.D.s/optometrists) are the independent primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye.
Education and Training
- Dr. Richard M Walters attended and graduated from University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry in 1980.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1881655082
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Richard M Walters
Medical Licenses
Dr. Richard M Walters has been primarily specialized in Optometrist for over 44 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Eye and Vision Services Providers / Optometrist
click for detail Optometrist Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
| 876062T | Louisiana |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Alexandria, Louisiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Physician |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Alexandria Eye And Laser Center, L.L.C
| Alexandria Eye And Laser Center, L.L.C | 11 |
Practice Locations
1008 S 6th St
Leesville, LA 71446-4920
Phone: (337) 392-1994
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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