Richard Kuk, MD
NPI 1588681316 · Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician · Lynchburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiac Electrophysiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Kuk, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician provider in Lynchburg, VA (NPI 1588681316).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588681316
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.200760 (LA)
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
19 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
6,255 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation of Implantable Heart and Blood Vessel Monitoring System, Remote Up to 30 Days93297 | 1,481 | $24 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 926 | $29 |
| Evaluation of Cardiac Rhythm Monitor System, Remote Up to 30 Days93298 | 865 | $24 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 761 | $7 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Or Multiple Lead Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93295 | 374 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 183 | 39 |
| Carvedilol | 117 | 40 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 111 | 23 |
| Warfarin Sodium | 80 | 19 |
| Sacubitril/Valsartanbrand: Entresto | 69 | 12 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 69 | 11 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$841 across 10 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
- 2006-07-16
- Last updated
- 2014-04-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Kuk's NPI number?
- Richard Kuk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588681316, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Kuk's specialty?
- Richard Kuk is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Kuk located?
- Richard Kuk's practice location on file with NPPES is 2410 Atherholt Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501-2148.
- What is Richard Kuk's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Kuk is (434) 200-5252.
- Does Richard Kuk accept Medicare?
- Richard Kuk is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Kuk's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Kuk's NPI (1588681316) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-04-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.