Richard Steel, M.D.
NPI 1679768378 · Internal Medicine Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Steel, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1679768378).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679768378
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- TL002810 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
1,750 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 | 640 | $116 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 184 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 116 | $86 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 67 | $79 |
| Advance Care Planning, Each Additional 30 Minutes99498 | 67 | $68 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 55 | $14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 99 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 387 | 116 |
| Losartan Potassium | 256 | 82 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 237 | 69 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 176 | 59 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 175 | 54 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 166 | 52 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$341 across 8 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
- 2007-09-06
- Last updated
- 2026-04-06
- Certified
- 2026-04-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Steel's NPI number?
- Richard Steel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679768378, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Steel's specialty?
- Richard Steel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Steel located?
- Richard Steel's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 E Dove Ave, Mcallen, TX 78504-2262.
- What is Richard Steel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Steel is (956) 630-4200.
- Does Richard Steel accept Medicare?
- Richard Steel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Steel's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Steel's NPI (1679768378) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.