Richard Wood, M.D.
NPI 1487602561 · Gastroenterology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Wood, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1487602561).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487602561
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2009-01066 (NC)
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
397 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 73 | $96 |
| Study of Esophagus to Assess Movement91010 | 39 | $58 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 36 | $205 |
| Monitoring and Recording of Esophageal Function Through Nasal Tube With Electrode91037 | 34 | $44 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 32 | $114 |
| Monitoring and Recording of Esophageal Function Through a Capsule Attached to the Esophagus Wall |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 107 | 36 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 52 | 17 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | 39 | 13 |
| Famotidine | 38 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 30 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 28 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 24 | 23 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2009-06-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Wood's NPI number?
- Richard Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487602561, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Wood's specialty?
- Richard Wood is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Wood located?
- Richard Wood's practice location on file with NPPES is Dumc 3662, Durham, NC 27710-0001.
- What is Richard Wood's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Wood is (919) 681-6437.
- Does Richard Wood accept Medicare?
- Richard Wood is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Wood's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Wood's NPI (1487602561) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-06-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.