Richard Happel, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1568422954 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Wytheville, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Happel, M.D., PH.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Wytheville, VA (NPI 1568422954).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568422954
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101038312 (VA)
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
20 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
1,320 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 534 | $124 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 185 | $14 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 142 | $21 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 131 | $28 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 87 | $183 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 566 | 173 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 338 | 71 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 288 | 96 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 211 | 74 |
| Losartan Potassium | 171 | 53 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 159 | 43 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-28
- Last updated
- 2018-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Happel's NPI number?
- Richard Happel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568422954, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Happel's specialty?
- Richard Happel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Happel located?
- Richard Happel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1150 Holston Rd, Wytheville, VA 24382-4109.
- What is Richard Happel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Happel is (276) 228-4860.
- Does Richard Happel accept Medicare?
- Richard Happel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Happel's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Happel's NPI (1568422954) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.