Richard Hairston, MD
NPI 1871591065 · Ophthalmology Physician · Largo, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Hairston, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Largo, FL (NPI 1871591065).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871591065
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME76446 (FL)
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
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
5,800 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,681 | $118 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,602 | $38 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 895 | $123 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 | 685 | $15 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 272 | $34 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 140 | $84 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 109 | 82 |
| Latanoprost | 105 | 45 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 101 | 56 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 88 | 49 |
| Bromfenac Sodiumbrand: Prolensa | 78 | 23 |
| Timolol Maleate | 64 | 34 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 54 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$839 across 15 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
- 2005-07-12
- Last updated
- 2018-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Hairston's NPI number?
- Richard Hairston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871591065, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Hairston's specialty?
- Richard Hairston is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Hairston located?
- Richard Hairston's practice location on file with NPPES is 148 13th St Sw, Largo, FL 33770-3127.
- What is Richard Hairston's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Hairston is (727) 581-8706.
- Does Richard Hairston accept Medicare?
- Richard Hairston is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Hairston's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Hairston's NPI (1871591065) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.