Richard Childress, M.D.
NPI 1578538070 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Childress, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1578538070).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578538070
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 39115 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
783 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 | 211 | $115 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 125 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 105 | $10 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 96 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 64 | $16 |
| Thyroxine (thyroid Chemical), Free84439 | 59 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 93 | 22 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 65 | — |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 52 | 15 |
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 43 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 41 | 12 |
| Dulaglutidebrand: Trulicity | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$887 across 37 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
- 2006-02-20
- Last updated
- 2016-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Childress's NPI number?
- Richard Childress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578538070, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Childress's specialty?
- Richard Childress is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Childress located?
- Richard Childress's practice location on file with NPPES is 5659 S Rex Rd, Memphis, TN 38119-3821.
- What is Richard Childress's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Childress is (901) 763-3636.
- Does Richard Childress accept Medicare?
- Richard Childress is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Childress's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Childress's NPI (1578538070) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.