Richard Sperling, M.D.
NPI 1881679959 · Gastroenterology Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Sperling, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1881679959).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881679959
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J8379 (TX)
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
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
1,173 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 239 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 220 | $90 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 194 | $244 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 94 | $110 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 914 | 308 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 200 | 64 |
| Famotidine | 90 | 35 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 75 | 38 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 73 | 20 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 72 | 26 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 60 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,216 across 111 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
- 2005-12-13
- Last updated
- 2022-10-25
- Certified
- 2022-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Sperling's NPI number?
- Richard Sperling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881679959, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Sperling's specialty?
- Richard Sperling is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Sperling located?
- Richard Sperling's practice location on file with NPPES is 7951 Shoal Creek Blvd Ste 200, Austin, TX 78757-7581.
- What is Richard Sperling's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Sperling is (512) 454-5888.
- Does Richard Sperling accept Medicare?
- Richard Sperling is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Sperling's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Sperling's NPI (1881679959) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.