Richard Palmer, MD
NPI 1134206741 · Nephrology Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Palmer, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1134206741).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134206741
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0055120 (MD)
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
2,430 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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 694 | $88 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 446 | $133 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 211 | $42 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 207 | $405 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 170 | $51 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 143 | 36 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 127 | 36 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 69 | 15 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 63 | — |
| Furosemide | 55 | 15 |
| Losartan Potassium | 55 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$349 across 15 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
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2025-12-19
- Certified
- 2025-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Palmer's NPI number?
- Richard Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134206741, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Palmer's specialty?
- Richard Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Palmer located?
- Richard Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 106 Irving St Nw, Washington, DC 20010-2927.
- What is Richard Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Palmer is (202) 877-0698.
- Does Richard Palmer accept Medicare?
- Richard Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Palmer's NPI (1134206741) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.