Thomas Rivers, M.D.
NPI 1518963834 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Sugar Land, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Rivers, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Sugar Land, TX (NPI 1518963834).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518963834
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K2782 (TX)
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
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,214 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 | 318 | $122 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 264 | $44 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 202 | $33 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 128 | $160 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 86 | $171 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 62 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 263 | 147 |
| Meloxicam | 120 | 64 |
| Celecoxib | 105 | 54 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 56 | 46 |
| Gabapentin | 51 | 44 |
| Methylprednisolone | 28 | 27 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$619 across 12 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 (1)
- 1517 Thompson RdRichmond, TX 77469-4932Phone: (281) 344-1715
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-22
- Last updated
- 2018-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Rivers's NPI number?
- Thomas Rivers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518963834, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Rivers's specialty?
- Thomas Rivers is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Rivers located?
- Thomas Rivers's practice location on file with NPPES is 16811 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX 77479.
- What is Thomas Rivers's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Rivers is (281) 690-4678.
- Does Thomas Rivers accept Medicare?
- Thomas Rivers is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Rivers's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Rivers's NPI (1518963834) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.