Richard Smith, MD.
NPI 1194824508 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Fall River, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Smith, MD. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Fall River, MA (NPI 1194824508).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194824508
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 54272 (MA)
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
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
930 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 328 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 275 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 180 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 94 | $112 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Small Joint20600 | 21 | $53 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 56 | 25 |
| Ibuprofen | 39 | 14 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 33 | 15 |
| Cephalexin | 29 | 23 |
| Methylprednisolone | 27 | 24 |
| Celecoxib | 18 | — |
| Naproxen | 16 | 12 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$88 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-22
- Last updated
- 2014-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Smith's NPI number?
- Richard Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194824508, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Smith's specialty?
- Richard Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Smith located?
- Richard Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 277 Pleasant Street., Fall River, MA 02721.
- What is Richard Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Smith is (508) 646-9525.
- Does Richard Smith accept Medicare?
- Richard Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Smith's NPI (1194824508) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.