Richard Caldwell, M.D.
NPI 1629182332 · Otolaryngology Physician · Gadsden, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Caldwell, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Gadsden, AL (NPI 1629182332).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629182332
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 19865 (AL)
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
2,547 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 715 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 634 | $82 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 629 | $9 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 119 | $41 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 100 | $101 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 80 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 352 | 162 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 324 | 97 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 267 | 105 |
| Famotidine | 228 | 73 |
| Ofloxacin | 157 | 98 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 138 | 34 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 89 | 68 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$56 across 2 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
- 2006-08-18
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Caldwell's NPI number?
- Richard Caldwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629182332, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Caldwell's specialty?
- Richard Caldwell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Caldwell located?
- Richard Caldwell's practice location on file with NPPES is 417b S 4th St, Gadsden, AL 35901-5214.
- What is Richard Caldwell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Caldwell is (256) 543-9302.
- Does Richard Caldwell accept Medicare?
- Richard Caldwell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Caldwell's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Caldwell's NPI (1629182332) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.