Richard Nix, M.D.
NPI 1295727154 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Little Rock, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Nix, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Little Rock, AR (NPI 1295727154).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295727154
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C5224 (AR)
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
20 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
2,098 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 | 765 | $81 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 311 | $63 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 297 | $41 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 216 | $29 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 167 | $99 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 91 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 481 | 191 |
| Cephalexin | 206 | 152 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 178 | 133 |
| Prednisone | 146 | 125 |
| Celecoxib | 111 | 42 |
| Sulindac | 88 | 27 |
| Etodolac | 88 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,880 across 30 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
- 2005-08-17
- Last updated
- 2008-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Nix's NPI number?
- Richard Nix's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295727154, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Nix's specialty?
- Richard Nix is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Nix located?
- Richard Nix's practice location on file with NPPES is 10301 Kanis Rd, Little Rock, AR 72205-6205.
- What is Richard Nix's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Nix is (501) 604-6900.
- Does Richard Nix accept Medicare?
- Richard Nix is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Nix's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Nix's NPI (1295727154) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.