Richard Jones, MD
NPI 1174507800 · Rheumatology Physician · Northport, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Jones, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Northport, AL (NPI 1174507800).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174507800
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00019352 (AL)
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
13,485 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 1,299 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,272 | $117 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,091 | $7 |
| Measurement C-Reactive Protein for Detection of Infection Or Inflammation86140 | 1,085 | $5 |
| Red Blood Cell Sedimentation Rate, to Detect Inflammation, Non-Automated85651 | 1,084 | $4 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 66 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 927 | 258 |
| Prednisone | 680 | 195 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 622 | 178 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 359 | 60 |
| Gabapentin | 337 | 57 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 303 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,223 across 179 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
- 2005-12-06
- Last updated
- 2023-01-20
- Certified
- 2023-01-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Jones's NPI number?
- Richard Jones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174507800, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Jones's specialty?
- Richard Jones is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Jones located?
- Richard Jones's practice location on file with NPPES is 4280 Watermelon Rd Ste 112, Northport, AL 35473-5250.
- What is Richard Jones's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Jones is (205) 750-0030.
- Does Richard Jones accept Medicare?
- Richard Jones is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Jones's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Jones's NPI (1174507800) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.