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Ophthalmology

David S. Walton, MD

Sees patients in Boston, MA · Massachusetts

Summary

David S. Walton, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in Boston, MA. NPI 1396710364. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about David S. Walton, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
65Years since medical school (graduated 1961)
Duke University School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does David S. Walton see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Boston, MA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is David S. Walton's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty, and also Pediatric Medicine.
Does David S. Walton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says David S. Walton accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for David S. Walton?
(617) 227-3011, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is David S. Walton's NPI number?
1396710364. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where David S. Walton is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Boston

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Boston, MA — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolDuke University School Of Medicine
Graduation year1961
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1396710364
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians