Richard Meadows, M.D.
NPI 1972554525 · Family Medicine Physician · Kennewick, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Meadows, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Kennewick, WA (NPI 1972554525).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972554525
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00046292 (WA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
756 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 178 | $122 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 120 | $48 |
| 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 | 116 | $16 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 60 | $24 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 51 | $49 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 141 | 38 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 84 | 22 |
| Lisinopril | 77 | 20 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 72 | 16 |
| Losartan Potassium | 72 | 19 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 61 | 14 |
| Gabapentin | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16 across 1 record (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)
- 560 Gage Blvd Ste 206Richland, WA 99352-8650Phone: (509) 942-3286Fax: (509) 628-1354
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-16
- Last updated
- 2021-11-11
- Certified
- 2021-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Meadows's NPI number?
- Richard Meadows's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972554525, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Meadows's specialty?
- Richard Meadows is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Meadows located?
- Richard Meadows's practice location on file with NPPES is 3900 S Zintel Way, Kennewick, WA 99337.
- What is Richard Meadows's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Meadows is (509) 942-3125.
- Does Richard Meadows accept Medicare?
- Richard Meadows is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Meadows's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Meadows's NPI (1972554525) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.