Richard Silver, MD
NPI 1275641219 · Rheumatology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Silver, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1275641219).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275641219
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 10690 (SC)
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
970 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 391 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 323 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 68 | $160 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 55 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 42 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 127 | 31 |
| Prednisone | 124 | 37 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 119 | 15 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 59 | 14 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 41 | 16 |
| Allopurinol | 40 | 13 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,918 across 8 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
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2020-10-22
- Certified
- 2020-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Silver's NPI number?
- Richard Silver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275641219, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Silver's specialty?
- Richard Silver is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Silver located?
- Richard Silver's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-0001.
- What is Richard Silver's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Silver is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Richard Silver accept Medicare?
- Richard Silver is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Silver's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Silver's NPI (1275641219) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.