Richard Newton, M.D.
NPI 1740395490 · Dermatology Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Newton, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1740395490).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740395490
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G3645 (TX)
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
19 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
3,066 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 784 | $49 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 689 | $63 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 609 | $6 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 316 | $94 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 154 | $60 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone | 517 | 269 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 281 | 101 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 257 | 154 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 257 | 116 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 252 | 116 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 206 | 57 |
| Ketoconazole | 195 | 91 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-21
- Last updated
- 2025-06-10
- Certified
- 2025-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Newton's NPI number?
- Richard Newton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740395490, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Newton's specialty?
- Richard Newton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Newton located?
- Richard Newton's practice location on file with NPPES is 216 Lindberg Ave, Mcallen, TX 78501-2920.
- What is Richard Newton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Newton is (956) 631-2501.
- Does Richard Newton accept Medicare?
- Richard Newton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Newton's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Newton's NPI (1740395490) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.