Walter Raymond Fairfax, MD
Walter Raymond Fairfax is a Critical Care Medicine specialist based in Coeur D Alene, ID with over 47 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), PULMONARY DISEASE
With over 47 years in internal medicine, Walter Raymond Fairfax, MD is a long-established critical care medicine specialist in Coeur D Alene. He graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1979 and has 47+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 94.91/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Idaho
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Idaho
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 767dNPPES updated 2024-04-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Idaho State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-6051
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Idaho, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202394.91/100
Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in IdahoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.95%
Idaho avg: 6.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.8 pts)
8.95% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.1%
Idaho avg: 84.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.3 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in IdahoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,113
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
107
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
458
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $25k
Percentile rankings compared against 179 reporting peers in Idaho.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — 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 Walter Raymond Fairfax's NPI.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Walter Raymond Fairfax, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 15, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207RC0200X
Education & Training
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 1979)
Virtual Critical Care Medicine Care With Walter Raymond Fairfax
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Walter Raymond Fairfax for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Coeur D Alene 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 Walter Raymond Fairfax
NPI records show Dr. Fairfax as active with telehealth listed in Coeur D Alene, ID. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (208) 625-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Walter Raymond Fairfax
Practice Location
2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-6051
Mailing Address
2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814-6051
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers