Richard Handler, M.D.
NPI 1932158235 · Nephrology Physician · Vero Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Order and Referring Only - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Handler, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Vero Beach, FL (NPI 1932158235).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932158235
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME74680 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 30 | 12 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 27 | 17 |
| Allopurinol | 25 | 17 |
| Valsartan | 25 | 18 |
| Losartan Potassium | 21 | 15 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 20 | 13 |
| Glimepiride | 18 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-06
- Last updated
- 2010-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Handler's NPI number?
- Richard Handler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932158235, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Handler's specialty?
- Richard Handler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Handler located?
- Richard Handler's practice location on file with NPPES is 777 37th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960-4873.
- What is Richard Handler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Handler is (772) 562-3234.
- Does Richard Handler accept Medicare?
- Richard Handler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Handler's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Handler's NPI (1932158235) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.