Richard Runkle, M.D.
NPI 1902017320 · Anesthesiology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Runkle, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1902017320).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902017320
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2009-02097 (NC)
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
19 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
264 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Lens Surgery00142 | 52 | $60 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 38 | $76 |
| Anesthesia for Electroshock Therapy00104 | 25 | $101 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 25 | $72 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Arm Nerve Bundle (brachial Plexus)64415 | 24 | $65 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Thigh Nerve (femoral Nerve)64447 | 22 | $51 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-25
- Last updated
- 2013-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Runkle's NPI number?
- Richard Runkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902017320, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Runkle's specialty?
- Richard Runkle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Runkle located?
- Richard Runkle's practice location on file with NPPES is 3643 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704-2702.
- What is Richard Runkle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Runkle is (919) 470-4000.
- Does Richard Runkle accept Medicare?
- Richard Runkle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Runkle's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Runkle's NPI (1902017320) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.