Richard Meador, M.D.
NPI 1396816658 · Nephrology Physician · Mobile, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Meador, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Mobile, AL (NPI 1396816658).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396816658
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29500 (AL)
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
1,387 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 279 | $72 |
| 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 | 246 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 219 | $95 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 170 | $323 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 98 | $266 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 153 | 30 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 120 | 49 |
| Furosemide | 105 | 38 |
| Chlorthalidone | 87 | 25 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 68 | 20 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 64 | 23 |
| Calcitriol | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,053 across 51 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
- 2006-11-10
- Last updated
- 2009-12-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Meador's NPI number?
- Richard Meador's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396816658, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Meador's specialty?
- Richard Meador is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Meador located?
- Richard Meador's practice location on file with NPPES is 124a South University Blvd., Mobile, AL 36608.
- What is Richard Meador's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Meador is (251) 343-5004.
- Does Richard Meador accept Medicare?
- Richard Meador is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Meador's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Meador's NPI (1396816658) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.