Richard Cross, MD
NPI 1972771061 · Nephrology Physician · Saint Clair Shores, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Cross, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Saint Clair Shores, MI (NPI 1972771061).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972771061
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301086082 (MI)
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
18 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
1,598 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 | 299 | $136 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 292 | $84 |
| 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 | 228 | $18 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 141 | $311 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 110 | $49 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Bumetanide | 212 | 68 |
| Calcitriol | 178 | 60 |
| Carvedilol | 177 | 62 |
| Losartan Potassium | 145 | 57 |
| Furosemide | 97 | 37 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 87 | 33 |
| Lisinopril | 86 | 30 |
| Allopurinol | 63 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22,231 across 42 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
- 2008-02-12
- Last updated
- 2016-02-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Cross's NPI number?
- Richard Cross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972771061, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Cross's specialty?
- Richard Cross is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Cross located?
- Richard Cross's practice location on file with NPPES is 29001 Harper Ave, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081-2711.
- What is Richard Cross's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Cross is (586) 778-0664.
- Does Richard Cross accept Medicare?
- Richard Cross is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Cross's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Cross's NPI (1972771061) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-02-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.