Richard Clift, M.D.
NPI 1215969316 · Gastroenterology Physician · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Clift, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1215969316).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215969316
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 172492 (NY)
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
884 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 180 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 73 | $9 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 61 | $89 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 1,017 | 283 |
| Famotidine | 515 | 158 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 304 | 99 |
| Mesalamine | 97 | 28 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 91 | 27 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 77 | 20 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 61 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20 across 1 record (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
- 2006-07-07
- Last updated
- 2012-07-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Clift's NPI number?
- Richard Clift's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215969316, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Clift's specialty?
- Richard Clift is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Clift located?
- Richard Clift's practice location on file with NPPES is 1375 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12206-1056.
- What is Richard Clift's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Clift is (518) 438-4483.
- Does Richard Clift accept Medicare?
- Richard Clift is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Clift's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Clift's NPI (1215969316) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.