Richard Francis, M.D.
NPI 1649212531 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Francis, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1649212531).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649212531
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L4376 (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
20 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
871 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 | 216 | $126 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 111 | $219 |
| X-Ray Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 6 Views72114 | 71 | $59 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 65 | $39 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 56 | $91 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 303 | 142 |
| Methocarbamol | 256 | 113 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 203 | 157 |
| Cephalexin | 196 | 139 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 187 | 112 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 184 | 82 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 170 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,221 across 20 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
- 2006-06-12
- Last updated
- 2025-12-09
- Certified
- 2025-12-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Francis's NPI number?
- Richard Francis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649212531, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Francis's specialty?
- Richard Francis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Francis located?
- Richard Francis's practice location on file with NPPES is 9301 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074-1510.
- What is Richard Francis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Francis is (713) 383-7100.
- Does Richard Francis accept Medicare?
- Richard Francis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Francis's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Francis's NPI (1649212531) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.