Michael Richard, M.D.
NPI 1669434197 · Ophthalmology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Richard, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1669434197).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669434197
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00875 (NC)
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
1,681 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 560 | $26 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 371 | $100 |
| Probing of Nasal Tear Duct68840 | 122 | $201 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 | $140 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 84 | $71 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 84 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 148 | 97 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 81 | 66 |
| Cromolyn Sodium | 52 | 23 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 38 | 14 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 37 | 33 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 30 | 29 |
| Prednisone | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$33,230 across 70 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
- 2006-04-02
- Last updated
- 2007-10-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Richard's NPI number?
- Michael Richard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669434197, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Richard's specialty?
- Michael Richard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Richard located?
- Michael Richard's practice location on file with NPPES is 3802 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710-0001.
- What is Michael Richard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Richard is (919) 684-4224.
- Does Michael Richard accept Medicare?
- Michael Richard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Richard's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Richard's NPI (1669434197) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.