Rick Gaines, M.D.
NPI 1437544400 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Cincinnati, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rick Gaines, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Cincinnati, OH (NPI 1437544400).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437544400
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125066360 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,288 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 328 | $124 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 312 | $66 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 249 | $14 |
| 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 | 191 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 180 | $115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 209 | 91 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 174 | 78 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 166 | 56 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 134 | 62 |
| Carvedilol | 131 | 52 |
| Valsartan | 123 | 47 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 123 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$396 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2160 S 1st AveRoom 7609Maywood, IL 60153Phone: (708) 216-8563Fax: (708) 216-1259
- 2160 S 1st AveRoom 7609Maywood, IL 60153Phone: (708) 216-8563Fax: (708) 216-1259
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-06
- Last updated
- 2021-08-19
- Certified
- 2021-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rick Gaines's NPI number?
- Rick Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437544400, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rick Gaines's specialty?
- Rick Gaines is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rick Gaines located?
- Rick Gaines's practice location on file with NPPES is 8240 Northcreek Dr Ste 4300, Cincinnati, OH 45236-2379.
- What is Rick Gaines's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rick Gaines is (513) 246-2400.
- Does Rick Gaines accept Medicare?
- Rick Gaines is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rick Gaines's NPI active?
- Yes — Rick Gaines's NPI (1437544400) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.