Richard Zimmerman, FNP-BC
NPI 1952849218 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Rensselaer, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Zimmerman, FNP-BC is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Rensselaer, IN (NPI 1952849218).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952849218
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- FNP-BC
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 041-452409 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
641 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 426 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 55 | $100 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 49 | $2 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 48 | $102 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 22 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 73 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 138 | 60 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 131 | 43 |
| Methylprednisolone | 127 | 94 |
| Lisinopril | 122 | 38 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 71 | 24 |
| Omeprazole | 70 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$154 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 604 Almond St NwDemotte, IN 46310-9547Phone: (219) 208-0206
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-02-07
- Last updated
- 2023-11-10
- Certified
- 2023-11-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Zimmerman's NPI number?
- Richard Zimmerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952849218, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Zimmerman's specialty?
- Richard Zimmerman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Richard Zimmerman located?
- Richard Zimmerman's practice location on file with NPPES is 118 W Drexel Pkwy, Rensselaer, IN 47978-7344.
- What is Richard Zimmerman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Zimmerman is (219) 866-4300.
- Does Richard Zimmerman accept Medicare?
- Richard Zimmerman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Zimmerman's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Zimmerman's NPI (1952849218) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.