Richard Slusher, D.O.
NPI 1275671505 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Erwin, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Slusher, D.O. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Erwin, NC (NPI 1275671505).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275671505
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2006-00797 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
181 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 60 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 48 | $104 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 22 | $62 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 20 | $36 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 19 | $32 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 55 | 26 |
| Meloxicam | 51 | 25 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 19 |
| Methylprednisolone | 17 | 11 |
| Cephalexin | 16 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 14 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,182 across 12 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 305 W Jackson St Ste 302Carbondale, IL 62901-1474Phone: (618) 457-3006Fax: (618) 457-3007
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-01
- Last updated
- 2020-02-11
- Certified
- 2020-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Slusher's NPI number?
- Richard Slusher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275671505, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Slusher's specialty?
- Richard Slusher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Slusher located?
- Richard Slusher's practice location on file with NPPES is 133 Professional Dr, Erwin, NC 28339-9106.
- What is Richard Slusher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Slusher is (910) 891-2432.
- Does Richard Slusher accept Medicare?
- Richard Slusher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Slusher's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Slusher's NPI (1275671505) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.