Richard Gilliland, M.D.
NPI 1861500753 · Otolaryngology Physician · Bessemer, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Gilliland, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Bessemer, AL (NPI 1861500753).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861500753
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00012109 (AL)
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
19 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
473 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 Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 88 | $51 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 75 | $38 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 68 | $163 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 59 | $13 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 46 | $15 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 35 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 241 | 100 |
| Azithromycin | 92 | 52 |
| Cefprozil | 52 | 37 |
| Fluconazole | 40 | — |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 31 | 12 |
| Methylprednisolone | 18 | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 17 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$34 across 1 record (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
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2011-08-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Gilliland's NPI number?
- Richard Gilliland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861500753, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Gilliland's specialty?
- Richard Gilliland is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Gilliland located?
- Richard Gilliland's practice location on file with NPPES is 985 Ninth Avenue S.w., Bessemer, AL 35022.
- What is Richard Gilliland's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Gilliland is (205) 481-7780.
- Does Richard Gilliland accept Medicare?
- Richard Gilliland is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Gilliland's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Gilliland's NPI (1861500753) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.