M. Richard Pavao, MD
NPI 1003942749 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · North Dartmouth, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
M. Richard Pavao, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in North Dartmouth, MA (NPI 1003942749).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003942749
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 239751 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
691 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 | 283 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 162 | $167 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 74 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 62 | $82 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 25 | $92 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 76 | 32 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 53 | 22 |
| Celecoxib | 46 | 21 |
| Pregabalin | 28 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 15 |
| Meloxicam | 22 | — |
| Prednisone | 20 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$821 across 20 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
- 2007-02-26
- Last updated
- 2025-01-22
- Certified
- 2025-01-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is M. Richard Pavao's NPI number?
- M. Richard Pavao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003942749, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is M. Richard Pavao's specialty?
- M. Richard Pavao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is M. Richard Pavao located?
- M. Richard Pavao's practice location on file with NPPES is 480 Hawthorn St, North Dartmouth, MA 02747-3729.
- What is M. Richard Pavao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for M. Richard Pavao is (508) 973-9170.
- Does M. Richard Pavao accept Medicare?
- M. Richard Pavao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is M. Richard Pavao's NPI active?
- Yes — M. Richard Pavao's NPI (1003942749) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.