Richard Sweet, M.D.
NPI 1821357773 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Louisville, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Sweet, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Louisville, KY (NPI 1821357773).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821357773
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 269727 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,928 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 572 | $36 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 539 | $58 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 462 | $66 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 390 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 370 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 787 | 428 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 293 | 275 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 167 | 105 |
| Methylprednisolone | 162 | 152 |
| Amoxicillin | 148 | 88 |
| Mupirocin | 105 | 99 |
| Meloxicam | 103 | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$81,201 across 81 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 3605 Northgate CtNew Albany, IN 47150-6400Phone: (502) 897-1794Fax: (502) 897-3852
- 4130 Dutchmans Ln Ste 200Louisville, KY 40207-4709Phone: (502) 897-1794Fax: (606) 897-3852
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-13
- Last updated
- 2022-05-02
- Certified
- 2022-05-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Sweet's NPI number?
- Richard Sweet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821357773, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Sweet's specialty?
- Richard Sweet is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Sweet located?
- Richard Sweet's practice location on file with NPPES is 4130 Dutchmans Ln Ste 300, Louisville, KY 40207-4710.
- What is Richard Sweet's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Sweet is (502) 897-1794.
- Does Richard Sweet accept Medicare?
- Richard Sweet is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Sweet's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Sweet's NPI (1821357773) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.