Richard Sterling, MD
NPI 1184712895 · Otolaryngology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Sterling, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1184712895).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184712895
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14517 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
929 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 | 312 | $135 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 225 | $201 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 212 | $176 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 70 | $48 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 67 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 25 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 92 | 59 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 64 | 43 |
| Famotidine | 57 | 20 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 57 | 35 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 37 | 33 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 31 | 25 |
| Prednisone | 30 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$126 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 307 Stone Harbor BlvdCape May Court House, NJ 08210-2170Phone: (609) 899-7200Fax: (609) 899-7201
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-10
- Last updated
- 2021-02-22
- Certified
- 2021-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Sterling's NPI number?
- Richard Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184712895, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Sterling's specialty?
- Richard Sterling is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Sterling located?
- Richard Sterling's practice location on file with NPPES is 1608 Walnut St Fl 9, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5451.
- What is Richard Sterling's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Sterling is (215) 929-8301.
- Does Richard Sterling accept Medicare?
- Richard Sterling is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Sterling's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Sterling's NPI (1184712895) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.