Richard Unger, M.D.
NPI 1730155961 · Neurology Physician · Melbourne, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Unger, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Melbourne, FL (NPI 1730155961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730155961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME80168 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
2,765 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 | 1,319 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 721 | $174 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, 2 Extremities95861 | 181 | $149 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 128 | $163 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 90 | $365 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 66 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 241 | 70 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 196 | 59 |
| Memantine Hcl | 175 | 48 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 171 | 49 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 158 | 51 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 124 | 28 |
| Topiramate | 120 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 across 6 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
- 2006-02-27
- Last updated
- 2010-10-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Unger's NPI number?
- Richard Unger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730155961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Unger's specialty?
- Richard Unger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Unger located?
- Richard Unger's practice location on file with NPPES is 116 Silver Palm Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901-3172.
- What is Richard Unger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Unger is (321) 725-6999.
- Does Richard Unger accept Medicare?
- Richard Unger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Unger's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Unger's NPI (1730155961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-10-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.