Robert Darling, M.D.
NPI 1588924104 · Otolaryngology Physician · Friendswood, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Darling, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Friendswood, TX (NPI 1588924104).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588924104
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S2276 (TX)
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
14 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
332 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 | 146 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 82 | $163 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 50 | $48 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 28 | $125 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 26 | $223 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $48–$223 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 221 | 87 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 182 | 89 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 166 | 85 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 116 | 56 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 75 | 25 |
| Ofloxacin | 62 | 30 |
| Methylprednisolone | 44 | 39 |
| Mupirocin | 32 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$833 across 25 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
- 2012-05-17
- Last updated
- 2026-02-24
- Certified
- 2026-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Darling's NPI number?
- Robert Darling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588924104, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Darling's specialty?
- Robert Darling is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Darling located?
- Robert Darling's practice location on file with NPPES is 1106 S Friendswood Dr Ste C, Friendswood, TX 77546-5567.
- What is Robert Darling's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Darling is (281) 895-2150.
- Does Robert Darling accept Medicare?
- Robert Darling is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Darling's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Darling's NPI (1588924104) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.