Richard Abrams, M.D.
NPI 1659473650 · Internal Medicine Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Abrams, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1659473650).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659473650
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036-077440 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
883 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 158 | $48 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 126 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 | $130 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 84 | $50 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 72 | $81 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 64 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 183 | 72 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 124 | 45 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 97 | 30 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 93 | 19 |
| Lisinopril | 90 | 32 |
| Gabapentin | 78 | 33 |
| Albuterol Sulfate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-01
- Last updated
- 2014-11-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Abrams's NPI number?
- Richard Abrams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659473650, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Abrams's specialty?
- Richard Abrams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Abrams located?
- Richard Abrams's practice location on file with NPPES is 1700 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60612-3218.
- What is Richard Abrams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Abrams is (312) 563-2875.
- Does Richard Abrams accept Medicare?
- Richard Abrams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Abrams's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Abrams's NPI (1659473650) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-11-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.