Richard Head, M.D.
NPI 1427097781 · Neurology Physician · Saint Louis, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Head, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Saint Louis, MO (NPI 1427097781).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427097781
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- RID66 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
898 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 249 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 236 | $125 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 196 | $54 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 56 | $113 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 49 | $166 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 140 | 62 |
| Primidone | 59 | 28 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa Er | 56 | 24 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 54 | 28 |
| Topiramate | 49 | 15 |
| Phenytoin Sodium Extended | 47 | 14 |
| Lamotrigine | 42 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Head's NPI number?
- Richard Head's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427097781, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Head's specialty?
- Richard Head is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Head located?
- Richard Head's practice location on file with NPPES is 10004 Kennerly Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63128-2141.
- What is Richard Head's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Head is (314) 843-8222.
- Does Richard Head accept Medicare?
- Richard Head is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Head's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Head's NPI (1427097781) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.