Richard Zimmerman, M.D.
NPI 1780669937 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Zimmerman, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1780669937).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780669937
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18607 (AZ)
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
452 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 81 | $107 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 79 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 61 | $161 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 57 | $51 |
| Use of Operating Microscope69990 | 47 | $197 |
| Removal of Skull Base Bone for Exploration Or Release of Cranial Nerves61458 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-09
- Last updated
- 2020-09-08
- Certified
- 2020-09-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Zimmerman's NPI number?
- Richard Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780669937, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Zimmerman's specialty?
- Richard Zimmerman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Zimmerman located?
- Richard Zimmerman's practice location on file with NPPES is 5777 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054.
- What is Richard Zimmerman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Zimmerman is (480) 301-8000.
- Does Richard Zimmerman accept Medicare?
- Richard Zimmerman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Zimmerman's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Zimmerman's NPI (1780669937) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.