Richard Cape, MD
NPI 1386602159 · Ophthalmology Physician · Dyersburg, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Cape, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Dyersburg, TN (NPI 1386602159).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386602159
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0000021811 (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
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
6,736 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 1,288 | $22 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 1,111 | $37 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 815 | $415 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 700 | $155 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 561 | $252 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 380 | $116 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 1,670 | 978 |
| Latanoprost | 1,405 | 346 |
| Ofloxacin | 1,280 | 907 |
| Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate | 612 | 530 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 447 | 121 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 433 | 307 |
| Timolol Maleate | 398 | 98 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 353 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$931 across 44 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
- 2006-05-02
- Last updated
- 2013-04-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Cape's NPI number?
- Richard Cape's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386602159, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Cape's specialty?
- Richard Cape is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Cape located?
- Richard Cape's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 E Tickle St, Dyersburg, TN 38024-3163.
- What is Richard Cape's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Cape is (731) 286-2801.
- Does Richard Cape accept Medicare?
- Richard Cape is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Cape's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Cape's NPI (1386602159) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.