Richard Heard, M.D.
NPI 1508029380 · Gastroenterology Physician · Columbus, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Heard, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Columbus, MS (NPI 1508029380).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508029380
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 21580 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
17 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
4,204 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 1,807 | $44 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 996 | $58 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 253 | $40 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 243 | $45 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 172 | $113 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 239 | 88 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 225 | 87 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 162 | 154 |
| Famotidine | 121 | 50 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 98 | 92 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 97 | 93 |
| Linaclotide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,419 across 80 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
- 2008-07-02
- Last updated
- 2017-03-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Heard's NPI number?
- Richard Heard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508029380, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Heard's specialty?
- Richard Heard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Heard located?
- Richard Heard's practice location on file with NPPES is 600 Leigh Dr, Columbus, MS 39705-3014.
- What is Richard Heard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Heard is (662) 327-7525.
- Does Richard Heard accept Medicare?
- Richard Heard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Heard's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Heard's NPI (1508029380) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.