Richard Sherman, M.D.
NPI 1700889177 · Dermatology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Sherman, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1700889177).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700889177
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 020084 (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 tenure25% of score
21 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
3,631 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,204 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 551 | $56 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 318 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 254 | $50 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 | 143 | $148 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone | 131 | 93 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 127 | 90 |
| Metronidazole | 103 | 54 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 76 | 28 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 63 | 27 |
| Permethrin | 61 | 35 |
| Ketoconazole | 59 | 38 |
| Finasteride | 53 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$418 across 18 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
- 2005-05-31
- Last updated
- 2011-05-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Sherman's NPI number?
- Richard Sherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700889177, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Sherman's specialty?
- Richard Sherman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Sherman located?
- Richard Sherman's practice location on file with NPPES is 2633 Napoleon Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115-7412.
- What is Richard Sherman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Sherman is (504) 899-7158.
- Does Richard Sherman accept Medicare?
- Richard Sherman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Sherman's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Sherman's NPI (1700889177) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-05-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.