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Orthopedic Surgery

John Walker, MD

Works at hospitals in Huntsville, AL · Scottsboro, AL · Alabama

Summary

John Walker, MD (Orthopedic Surgery) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Huntsville, AL and Scottsboro, AL. NPI 1730127531. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about John Walker, 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

Orthopedic SurgeryPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
42Years since medical school (graduated 1984)
University Of Alabama School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Sportsmed Orthopaedic SpecialistsGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does John Walker work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists John Walker at 2 hospitals: Crestwood Medical Center and Highlands Medical Center. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does John Walker see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 3 practice locations, including Madison, AL and Huntsville, AL. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is John Walker's specialty?
Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
Does John Walker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says John Walker 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 John Walker?
(256) 464-8200, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is John Walker's NPI number?
1730127531. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where John Walker works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists John Walker at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where John Walker is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists John Walker as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Sportsmed Orthopaedic Specialists86 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other orthopedic surgeons in Madison

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Madison, AL — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Alabama School Of Medicine
Graduation year1984
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1730127531
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Sources

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