Richard Palken, M.D.
NPI 1093798514 · Internal Medicine Physician · Worcester, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Palken, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Worcester, MA (NPI 1093798514).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1093798514
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 73003 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,028 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 443 | $69 |
| 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 | 245 | $17 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 190 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 83 | $63 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians andG0180 | 35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 146 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 535 | 142 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 391 | 114 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 371 | 110 |
| Omeprazole | 364 | 106 |
| Lisinopril | 248 | 74 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 228 | 73 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-29
- Last updated
- 2020-10-28
- Certified
- 2020-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Palken's NPI number?
- Richard Palken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093798514, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Palken's specialty?
- Richard Palken is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Palken located?
- Richard Palken's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Lake Ave N, Worcester, MA 01655-0002.
- What is Richard Palken's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Palken is (508) 856-2731.
- Does Richard Palken accept Medicare?
- Richard Palken is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Palken's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Palken's NPI (1093798514) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.