Richard Norem, M.D.
NPI 1659376895 · Surgery Physician · Pineville, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Norem, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Pineville, LA (NPI 1659376895).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659376895
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 020067 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
278 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 137 | $111 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual Not Meeting Criteria for High RiskG0121 | 35 | $155 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 29 | $158 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 25 | $89 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 23 | $148 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 53 | 14 |
| Omeprazole | 50 | — |
| Sucralfate | 42 | 11 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 36 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 30 | 25 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 18 | — |
| Diltiazem Hclbrand: Diltiazem 24hr Er (cd) | 14 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 301 4th StAlexandria, LA 71301-8423Phone: (318) 448-1040Fax: (318) 448-0548
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-15
- Last updated
- 2024-07-03
- Certified
- 2024-07-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Norem's NPI number?
- Richard Norem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659376895, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Norem's specialty?
- Richard Norem is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Norem located?
- Richard Norem's practice location on file with NPPES is 2495 Shreveport Hwy, Pineville, LA 71360-4044.
- What is Richard Norem's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Norem is (318) 473-0010.
- Does Richard Norem accept Medicare?
- Richard Norem is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Norem's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Norem's NPI (1659376895) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.