Derrick Richardson, MD
NPI 1992727150 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fort Smith, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Derrick Richardson, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fort Smith, AR (NPI 1992727150).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992727150
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C-8460 (AR)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,290 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 225 | $224 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 220 | $96 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 110 | $157 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 109 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 99 | $80 |
| Dilation of Esophagus |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 576 | 153 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 487 | 466 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 486 | 443 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 136 | 29 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 136 | 129 |
| Omeprazole | 65 | 21 |
| Famotidine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$957 across 60 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
- 2006-07-24
- Last updated
- 2015-09-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Derrick Richardson's NPI number?
- Derrick Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992727150, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Derrick Richardson's specialty?
- Derrick Richardson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Derrick Richardson located?
- Derrick Richardson's practice location on file with NPPES is 6801 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903-4067.
- What is Derrick Richardson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Derrick Richardson is (479) 274-3200.
- Does Derrick Richardson accept Medicare?
- Derrick Richardson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Derrick Richardson's NPI active?
- Yes — Derrick Richardson's NPI (1992727150) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.