Richard Minkner, M.D.
NPI 1205140522 · Family Medicine Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Minkner, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1205140522).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205140522
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A122267 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 133 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 574 | 79 |
| Lisinopril | 391 | 120 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 357 | 119 |
| Gabapentin | 326 | 62 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 306 | 79 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 288 | 70 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$803 across 26 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
- 2010-07-28
- Last updated
- 2013-11-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Minkner's NPI number?
- Richard Minkner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205140522, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Minkner's specialty?
- Richard Minkner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Minkner located?
- Richard Minkner's practice location on file with NPPES is 540 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-2353.
- What is Richard Minkner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Minkner is (831) 425-1279.
- Does Richard Minkner accept Medicare?
- Richard Minkner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Minkner's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Minkner's NPI (1205140522) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-11-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.