Richard Watson, M.D.
NPI 1639171846 · Ophthalmology Physician · Saint Joseph, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Watson, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Saint Joseph, MO (NPI 1639171846).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639171846
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R7N30 (MO)
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
21 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
3,253 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 918 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 491 | $83 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 337 | $56 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 318 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 248 | $118 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 188 | $79 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,853 | 333 |
| Timolol Maleate | 778 | 161 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 587 | 122 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 229 | 149 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 108 | 28 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 95 | 80 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 93 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$175 across 8 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
- 2005-06-01
- Last updated
- 2012-07-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Watson's NPI number?
- Richard Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639171846, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Watson's specialty?
- Richard Watson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Watson located?
- Richard Watson's practice location on file with NPPES is 5202 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3809.
- What is Richard Watson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Watson is (816) 233-2020.
- Does Richard Watson accept Medicare?
- Richard Watson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Watson's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Watson's NPI (1639171846) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.