Richard Bates, NP-C
NPI 1720477995 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Jasper, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Bates, NP-C is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Jasper, AL (NPI 1720477995).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720477995
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- NP-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1-117933 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
948 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 368 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 234 | $96 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 69 | $8 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 60 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 56 | $69 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus87426 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 179 | 174 |
| Prednisone | 162 | 154 |
| Cefdinir | 110 | 108 |
| Azithromycin | 84 | 80 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 73 | 70 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 69 | 62 |
| Mupirocin | 59 | 55 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$76 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1406 Wall StCullman, AL 35055-6011Phone: (256) 736-2856Fax: (256) 736-2867
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-01-12
- Last updated
- 2021-10-15
- Certified
- 2021-10-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Bates's NPI number?
- Richard Bates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720477995, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Bates's specialty?
- Richard Bates is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Richard Bates located?
- Richard Bates's practice location on file with NPPES is 2708 Highway 78 E, Jasper, AL 35501-3430.
- What is Richard Bates's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Bates is (205) 387-2253.
- Does Richard Bates accept Medicare?
- Richard Bates is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Bates's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Bates's NPI (1720477995) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.