Richard Rhiew, M.D.
NPI 1518187384 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Westlake, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Rhiew, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Westlake, OH (NPI 1518187384).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518187384
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301075848 (MI)
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
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
578 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 Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 62 | $48 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 59 | $207 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 50 | $170 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 47 | $106 |
| 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 | 39 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 130 | 77 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 15 | 14 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 13 | 11 |
| Cephalexin | 12 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 12 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 12 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$302 across 10 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
- 2007-04-26
- Last updated
- 2023-08-23
- Certified
- 2023-08-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Rhiew's NPI number?
- Richard Rhiew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518187384, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Rhiew's specialty?
- Richard Rhiew is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Rhiew located?
- Richard Rhiew's practice location on file with NPPES is 25200 Center Ridge Rd Ste 1100, Westlake, OH 44145-4146.
- What is Richard Rhiew's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Rhiew is (440) 331-5872.
- Does Richard Rhiew accept Medicare?
- Richard Rhiew is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Rhiew's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Rhiew's NPI (1518187384) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.