Richard Comstock, M.D.
NPI 1962663732 · Otolaryngology Physician · Alexandria, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Comstock, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Alexandria, VA (NPI 1962663732).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962663732
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101259868 (VA)
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
17 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
866 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 | 314 | $100 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 192 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 91 | $139 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 57 | $146 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 57 | $52 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 57 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 115 | 30 |
| Ofloxacin | 31 | 25 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 26 | 16 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 21 | 20 |
| Methylprednisolone | 20 | 19 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 18 | 12 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 15 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$590 across 23 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
- 2008-06-24
- Last updated
- 2022-11-30
- Certified
- 2022-11-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Comstock's NPI number?
- Richard Comstock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962663732, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Comstock's specialty?
- Richard Comstock is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Comstock located?
- Richard Comstock's practice location on file with NPPES is 6355 Walker Lane, Suite 308, Alexandria, VA 22310-3245.
- What is Richard Comstock's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Comstock is (703) 313-7700.
- Does Richard Comstock accept Medicare?
- Richard Comstock is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Comstock's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Comstock's NPI (1962663732) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.