Richard Byars, M.D.
NPI 1518903178 · Surgery Physician · Oxford, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Byars, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Oxford, MS (NPI 1518903178).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518903178
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 15982 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
645 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 183 | $203 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 104 | $165 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 73 | $102 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 53 | $161 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 46 | $83 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 238 | 220 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 192 | 183 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 59 | 52 |
| Metronidazole | 18 | 16 |
| Neomycin Sulfate | 17 | 15 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 16 | 14 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,318 across 14 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
- 2006-06-21
- Last updated
- 2009-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Byars's NPI number?
- Richard Byars's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518903178, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Byars's specialty?
- Richard Byars is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Byars located?
- Richard Byars's practice location on file with NPPES is 506 Azalea Dr, Oxford, MS 38655-8100.
- What is Richard Byars's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Byars is (662) 234-4744.
- Does Richard Byars accept Medicare?
- Richard Byars is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Byars's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Byars's NPI (1518903178) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.