Richard Singleton, MD, PHD
NPI 1598962094 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Richmond, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Singleton, MD, PHD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Richmond, VA (NPI 1598962094).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598962094
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD429732 (PA)
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
1,357 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 261 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 181 | $88 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 104 | $241 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 86 | $124 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 68 | $52 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 68 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 90 | 86 |
| Ibuprofen | 38 | 30 |
| Methocarbamol | 33 | 24 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 21 | 17 |
| Gabapentin | 20 | 11 |
| Dexamethasone | 19 | 14 |
| Levetiracetam | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$81 across 3 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
- 2007-06-28
- Last updated
- 2012-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Singleton's NPI number?
- Richard Singleton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598962094, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Singleton's specialty?
- Richard Singleton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Singleton located?
- Richard Singleton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1651 N Parham Rd, Richmond, VA 23229-4605.
- What is Richard Singleton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Singleton is (804) 288-8248.
- Does Richard Singleton accept Medicare?
- Richard Singleton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Singleton's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Singleton's NPI (1598962094) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.