Richard Kennedy, M.D.
NPI 1215029897 · Family Medicine Physician · Columbia, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Kennedy, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Columbia, TN (NPI 1215029897).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215029897
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34124 (TN)
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
4,221 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 | 1,523 | $116 |
| 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'SG2211 | 987 | $15 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 655 | $99 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 225 | $13 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 115 | $30 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 231 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,042 | 313 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 973 | 236 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 795 | 219 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 654 | 175 |
| Losartan Potassium | 584 | 166 |
| Omeprazole | 568 | 154 |
| Furosemide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,981 across 103 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
- 2006-09-29
- Last updated
- 2025-11-06
- Certified
- 2025-11-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Kennedy's NPI number?
- Richard Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215029897, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Kennedy's specialty?
- Richard Kennedy is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Kennedy located?
- Richard Kennedy's practice location on file with NPPES is 1609 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, TN 38401-6420.
- What is Richard Kennedy's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Kennedy is (931) 388-8802.
- Does Richard Kennedy accept Medicare?
- Richard Kennedy is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Kennedy's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Kennedy's NPI (1215029897) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.