Richard Abben, MD
NPI 1750388740 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Houma, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Abben, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Houma, LA (NPI 1750388740).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1750388740
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 07836R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
14,356 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 1,946 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,813 | $117 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 1,403 | $18 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 915 | $10 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 779 | $27 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 131 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 2,148 | 580 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 1,958 | 386 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 1,714 | 482 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,709 | 462 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,587 | 439 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 1,424 | 359 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16,160 across 56 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
- 2005-07-05
- Last updated
- 2015-10-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Abben's NPI number?
- Richard Abben's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750388740, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Abben's specialty?
- Richard Abben is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Abben located?
- Richard Abben's practice location on file with NPPES is 225 Dunn St, Houma, LA 70360-4413.
- What is Richard Abben's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Abben is (985) 876-0300.
- Does Richard Abben accept Medicare?
- Richard Abben is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Abben's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Abben's NPI (1750388740) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.