Richard Pierce, MD
NPI 1649619404 · Dermatology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Pierce, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1649619404).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649619404
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 84757 (SC)
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
13 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
8,808 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,434 | $6 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 1,359 | $168 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 1,294 | $251 |
| Superficial And/Or Low Voltage Radiation Treatment Delivery77401 | 1,262 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,239 | $88 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 551 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 184 | 62 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 126 | 95 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 73 | 52 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 48 | 35 |
| Hydrocortisone | 39 | 31 |
| Fluorouracil | 29 | 26 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 23 | 11 |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$84 across 4 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
- 2013-06-14
- Last updated
- 2021-09-29
- Certified
- 2021-09-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Pierce's NPI number?
- Richard Pierce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649619404, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Pierce's specialty?
- Richard Pierce is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Pierce located?
- Richard Pierce's practice location on file with NPPES is 776 Daniel Ellis Dr Ste 1a, Charleston, SC 29412-3095.
- What is Richard Pierce's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Pierce is (843) 723-6529.
- Does Richard Pierce accept Medicare?
- Richard Pierce is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Pierce's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Pierce's NPI (1649619404) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.