Richard Palmer, M.D.
NPI 1962639997 · Anesthesiology Physician · Decatur, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Palmer, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Decatur, AL (NPI 1962639997).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962639997
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD33395 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 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
329 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 | 82 | $47 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 36 | $70 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Nerves, Muscles, Tendons, and Tissue of Forearm, Wrist, and Hand01810 | 22 | $55 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Small and Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00813 | 21 | $77 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot Bones01480 | 18 | $109 |
| Anesthesia for Access to Central Vein00532 | 17 | $72 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-06-17
- Last updated
- 2014-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Palmer's NPI number?
- Richard Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962639997, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Palmer's specialty?
- Richard Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Palmer located?
- Richard Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1122 14th Ave Se, Decatur, AL 35601-3361.
- What is Richard Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Palmer is (256) 764-9697.
- Does Richard Palmer accept Medicare?
- Richard Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Palmer's NPI (1962639997) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.