Richard Rubin, M.D.
NPI 1942293758 · Rheumatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Rubin, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1942293758).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942293758
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G9386 (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
1,328 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 458 | $181 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 263 | $16 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 150 | $128 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 126 | $14 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 100 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 368 | 111 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 272 | 79 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 154 | 46 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 128 | 24 |
| Celecoxib | 95 | 24 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 94 | 25 |
| Meloxicam | 90 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$471 across 28 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
- 2005-08-26
- Last updated
- 2016-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Rubin's NPI number?
- Richard Rubin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942293758, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Rubin's specialty?
- Richard Rubin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Rubin located?
- Richard Rubin's practice location on file with NPPES is 6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-2717.
- What is Richard Rubin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Rubin is (713) 441-0006.
- Does Richard Rubin accept Medicare?
- Richard Rubin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Rubin's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Rubin's NPI (1942293758) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.