Richard Whitlock, M.D.
NPI 1598797870 · Family Medicine Physician · Moss Point, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Whitlock, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Moss Point, MS (NPI 1598797870).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598797870
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 11438 (MS)
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
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
2,434 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 | 1,165 | $117 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 807 | $16 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 102 | $26 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $83 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 54 | $3 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 162 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,361 | 409 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,356 | 386 |
| Metformin Hcl | 795 | 225 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 772 | 238 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 765 | 193 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 602 | 162 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$812 across 47 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
- 2006-07-07
- Last updated
- 2018-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Whitlock's NPI number?
- Richard Whitlock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598797870, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Whitlock's specialty?
- Richard Whitlock is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Whitlock located?
- Richard Whitlock's practice location on file with NPPES is 5907 Highway 90, Moss Point, MS 39563-6536.
- What is Richard Whitlock's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Whitlock is (228) 769-2611.
- Does Richard Whitlock accept Medicare?
- Richard Whitlock is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Whitlock's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Whitlock's NPI (1598797870) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.