Richard Spong, M.D.
NPI 1689651093 · Nephrology Physician · Minneapolis, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Spong, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Minneapolis, MN (NPI 1689651093).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689651093
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45487 (MN)
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
20 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
1,082 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 394 | $111 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 178 | $15 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 135 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 129 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 103 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 1,598 | 311 |
| Prednisone | 353 | 83 |
| Tacrolimus | 343 | 57 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 288 | 90 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 281 | 73 |
| Carvedilol | 246 | 85 |
| Losartan Potassium | 231 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-28
- Last updated
- 2012-05-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Spong's NPI number?
- Richard Spong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689651093, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Spong's specialty?
- Richard Spong is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Spong located?
- Richard Spong's practice location on file with NPPES is 516 Delware St Se Pwb Clinic 2a, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0356.
- What is Richard Spong's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Spong is (612) 624-9444.
- Does Richard Spong accept Medicare?
- Richard Spong is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Spong's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Spong's NPI (1689651093) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-05-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.