Richard Wangungu, NP-C
NPI 1033687785 · Nurse Practitioner · Kansas City, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Wangungu, NP-C is a Nurse Practitioner provider in Kansas City, MO (NPI 1033687785).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033687785
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- NP-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2018035927 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
7 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
2,443 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 841 | $85 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 526 | $103 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 518 | $86 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 127 | $122 |
| Prolonged Nursing Facility Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Total Time for the Primary Service (when the Primary Service Has Been Selected Using Time on the Date of the Primary Service); Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician Or QualifiG0317 | 94 | $24 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 63 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sertraline Hcl | 358 | 17 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 263 | 15 |
| Potassium Chloride | 213 | 29 |
| Furosemide | 147 | 32 |
| Buspirone Hcl | 137 | 12 |
| Insulin Glargine,hum.rec.anlogbrand: Lantus Solostar | 124 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl | 114 | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$96 across 1 record (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
- 2018-11-10
- Last updated
- 2024-05-08
- Certified
- 2024-05-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Wangungu's NPI number?
- Richard Wangungu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033687785, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Wangungu's specialty?
- Richard Wangungu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Richard Wangungu located?
- Richard Wangungu's practice location on file with NPPES is 2316 E Meyer Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64132-1136.
- What is Richard Wangungu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Wangungu is (816) 276-4000.
- Does Richard Wangungu accept Medicare?
- Richard Wangungu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Wangungu's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Wangungu's NPI (1033687785) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.