Shanon Walko, DO
Shanon Walko is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Holland, MI with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Shanon Walko, DO practices as part of a group internist practice in Holland, MI. She graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 56% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3952dNPPES updated 2015-07-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.54%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan0.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.3%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
125
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
594
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,777
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $593k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$15 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Shanon Walko's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
175s Waverly Rd, Holland, MI 49423-7906
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Shanon Walko
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shanon Walko for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Holland required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shanon Walko
NPI records show Dr. Walko as active with telehealth listed in Holland, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 399-9522.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3235 N Wellness Dr #120b, Holland, MI 49424-7264
Mailing Address
175s Waverly Rd, Holland, MI 49423-7906
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