Richard Bendinger, D.O.
NPI 1558321786 · Family Medicine Physician · Abbeville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Bendinger, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Abbeville, AL (NPI 1558321786).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558321786
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO89 (AL)
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
803 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 Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 10 Minutes99307 | 594 | $37 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 68 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 50 | $30 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus87426 | 32 | $35 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 30 | $16 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 288 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,209 | 242 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,096 | 313 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,042 | 306 |
| Gabapentin | 932 | 232 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 816 | 208 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 782 | 202 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$135 across 7 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
- 2006-03-23
- Last updated
- 2022-06-14
- Certified
- 2022-06-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Bendinger's NPI number?
- Richard Bendinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558321786, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Bendinger's specialty?
- Richard Bendinger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Bendinger located?
- Richard Bendinger's practice location on file with NPPES is 615 Ozark Rd, Abbeville, AL 36310-2629.
- What is Richard Bendinger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Bendinger is (334) 585-1171.
- Does Richard Bendinger accept Medicare?
- Richard Bendinger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Bendinger's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Bendinger's NPI (1558321786) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.