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Unclaimed ProfileAbout MURRELL
Based in Amarillo, TX, Walter John Murrell, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. Walter graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1981.
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What kind of doctor is Dr. Murrell?
Dr. Murrell is an ophthalmology in Amarillo, TX. This is the primary taxonomy recorded against the NPI in the federal registry, listed there as “OPHTHALMOLOGY”.
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What is Dr. Murrell's address?
Dr. Murrell is listed at 7411 WALLACE BLVD, Amarillo, TX 79106. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Murrell?
The number on file is (806) 351-1177. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
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What is Dr. Murrell's NPI number?
Dr. Murrell's National Provider Identifier is 1598734634. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
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Where did Dr. Murrell train?
Dr. Murrell attended Tufts University School of Medicine, graduating in 1981. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
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How long has Dr. Murrell been practising?
Dr. Murrell has 45 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1981, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Dr. Murrell perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Murrell performs procedures including removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens, removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser and removal of eyelashes using forceps; provides treatments such as photography of content of eyes and measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
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Source: NPPES NPI Registry
Contact Information
- (806) 351-1177
- Email not available
Practice Locations
7411 WALLACE BLVD
Amarillo, TX 79106
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
5,938 services · 2,538 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | Procedure | 66984 |
171 |
| Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | Procedure | 66821 |
85 |
| Removal of eyelashes using forceps | Procedure | 67820 |
55 |
| Temporary closure of eyelids by suture | Procedure | 67875 |
36 |
| Injection of chemical for paralysis of nerve muscles on side of face | Procedure | 64612 |
34 |
| Complex removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | Procedure | 66982 |
28 |
| Extensive repair of turning-outward eyelid defect | Procedure | 67917 |
25 |
| Repair of tendon of upper eyelid | Procedure | 67904 |
24 |
| Removal of noncancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 0.5 cm or less | Procedure | 11440 |
24 |
| Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid | Procedure | 15823 |
18 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
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Other ophthalmology specialists at this location 6
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Other ophthalmology specialists in Amarillo 4
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Tufts University School of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
More connections — 16 related providers in 2 groups
Class of 1981 at Tufts University School of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 8
Providers in TX who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Provider data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry and CMS public datasets. Information is provided for reference and is not medical advice.