Richard Vera, M.D.
NPI 1003866377 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Grapevine, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Vera, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Grapevine, TX (NPI 1003866377).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003866377
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J1583 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,170 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,023 | $116 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 528 | $235 |
| Injection of Substance Into Middle Or Upper Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62321 | 210 | $233 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 178 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 159 | $83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 312 | 67 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 219 | 94 |
| Gabapentin | 51 | 29 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 15 |
| Tramadol Hclbrand: Tramadol Hcl Er | 31 | — |
| Pregabalin | 29 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$33 across 2 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-10
- Last updated
- 2008-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Vera's NPI number?
- Richard Vera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003866377, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Vera's specialty?
- Richard Vera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Vera located?
- Richard Vera's practice location on file with NPPES is 1615 Lancaster Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051-2111.
- What is Richard Vera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Vera is (817) 421-0279.
- Does Richard Vera accept Medicare?
- Richard Vera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Vera's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Vera's NPI (1003866377) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.