Richard Hempstead, MD
NPI 1730142191 · Dermatology Physician · Las Cruces, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Hempstead, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Las Cruces, NM (NPI 1730142191).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730142191
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 77-181 (NM)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
3,092 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 | 700 | $145 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17111 | 663 | $111 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 641 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 389 | $108 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 193 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Acyclovir | 74 | 27 |
| Mupirocin | 64 | 46 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 61 | 44 |
| Fluorouracil | 39 | 34 |
| Calcipotriene | 25 | 22 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 17 | — |
| Fluocinonide | 17 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 13 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-07
- Last updated
- 2010-07-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Hempstead's NPI number?
- Richard Hempstead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730142191, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Hempstead's specialty?
- Richard Hempstead is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Hempstead located?
- Richard Hempstead's practice location on file with NPPES is 509 S Main Street Ste B, Las Cruces, NM 88001.
- What is Richard Hempstead's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Hempstead is (575) 525-0505.
- Does Richard Hempstead accept Medicare?
- Richard Hempstead is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Hempstead's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Hempstead's NPI (1730142191) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.