Richard Rames, M.D.
NPI 1548642168 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Chesterfield, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Rames, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Chesterfield, MO (NPI 1548642168).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548642168
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2021001825 (MO)
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
11 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
1,990 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 381 | $87 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 318 | $44 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 285 | $53 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 247 | $72 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 142 | $107 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 246 | 125 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 205 | 106 |
| Celecoxib | 116 | 84 |
| Meloxicam | 97 | 37 |
| Methylprednisolone | 97 | 80 |
| Cephalexin | 89 | 76 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 65 | 63 |
| Cefadroxil | 53 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-19
- Last updated
- 2023-02-02
- Certified
- 2023-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Rames's NPI number?
- Richard Rames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548642168, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Rames's specialty?
- Richard Rames is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Rames located?
- Richard Rames's practice location on file with NPPES is 224 S Woods Mill Rd Ste 330s, Chesterfield, MO 63017-3497.
- What is Richard Rames's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Rames is (314) 576-7013.
- Does Richard Rames accept Medicare?
- Richard Rames is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Rames's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Rames's NPI (1548642168) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.