2026 NPPES data Acupuncturist NPI 1073503595 MD
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GAY RICHARDSON, MD

Acupuncturist in LONDON, Kentucky. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
7K
Medicare Part D claims · 337 beneficiaries · Acupuncturist avg: 797
Generic prescribing
99%
generic claims · 1% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

GAY RICHARDSON, MD filed 6,665 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Acupuncturist in LONDON, Kentucky, prescribing 99% generic.

7K
Part D claims, 2023
99%
generic prescribing

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GAY RICHARDSON, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

6,665 Top 4% higher than 96% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Below this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Below this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Below this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Below this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). This entry sits in this band. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about GAY RICHARDSON, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/26/2005

NPI 1073503595

Primary specialty

Acupuncturist

Mid-sized

33,269 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

6,665 736% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 797

Specialty distribution in Kentucky

How Acupuncturist compares to other specialties among Kentucky providers

Kentucky providers

Acupuncturist share within Kentucky

1. Acupuncturist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Acupuncturist share within Kentucky

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Acupuncturist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Acupuncturist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Acupuncturist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Acupuncturist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

GAY RICHARDSON, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Acupuncturist provider holding MD credentials at 130 THOMPSON POYNTER RD, LONDON, KY, 40741, with a listed phone of (606) 260-8345. NPI 1073503595 was issued on 10/26/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what RICHARDSON most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 6,665 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 337 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $188K in drug spend, split 1% brand-name and 99% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 52.0%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Acupuncturist is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 33,269 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 797 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

130 THOMPSON POYNTER RD
LONDON, KY 40741

Provider Details

NPI 1073503595
Specialty Acupuncturist
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 10/26/2005

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

GAY RICHARDSON, MD — brand share 1.0%
Specialty average (est.)

1% brand-name claims vs 99% generic, on 6,665 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

6,665
Total Claims
$188K
Total Drug Cost
337
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
7,031
Total Day Supply
202,985
Brand vs Generic
1% brand / 99% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$33K
Generic Drug Cost
$155K
Opioid Claims
3,463 (52.0% rate)

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
68.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.43
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male
Age Distribution
<65: 106, 65-74: 148, 75-84: 69, 85+: 14

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What GAY RICHARDSON, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
2,284
Gabapentin
1,386
Oxycodone-Acetaminophen
Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen
570
Tizanidine Hcl
332
Pregabalin
327
Oxycodone Hcl
212
Cyclobenzaprine Hcl
168
Duloxetine Hcl
148
Tramadol Hcl
124
Morphine Sulfate Er
Morphine Sulfate
116

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Acupuncturist Overview

How GAY RICHARDSON, MD fits within the Acupuncturist landscape nationally.

33,269
Acupuncturist Providers in US
55
States with Acupuncturist
797
Avg Claims per Provider

GAY RICHARDSON, MD's 6,665 claims are above the specialty average of 797.

Nearby Acupuncturist Providers in Kentucky

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Kentucky, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as RICHARDSON.

Compare Acupuncturist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GAY RICHARDSON, MD's specialty?
GAY RICHARDSON, MD specializes in Acupuncturist and practices in LONDON, Kentucky. Credentials: MD.
How much does GAY RICHARDSON, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, GAY RICHARDSON, MD wrote 6,665 Medicare Part D claims totaling $188K in drug costs for 337 beneficiaries.
Where is GAY RICHARDSON, MD located?
GAY RICHARDSON, MD is located at 130 THOMPSON POYNTER RD, LONDON, KY, 40741. Phone: (606) 260-8345.
What is GAY RICHARDSON, MD's NPI number?
GAY RICHARDSON, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073503595, issued on 10/26/2005.
Does GAY RICHARDSON, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
GAY RICHARDSON, MD's prescribing is 1% brand-name and 99% generic drugs by claim count, with $33K in brand drug costs.
Does GAY RICHARDSON, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, GAY RICHARDSON, MD had 3,463 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 52.0%.
How many Acupuncturist providers are there in the US?
There are 33,269 Acupuncturist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Acupuncturist provider writes 797 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does GAY RICHARDSON, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, GAY RICHARDSON, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Gabapentin, Oxycodone-Acetaminophen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does GAY RICHARDSON, MD accept Medicare?
GAY RICHARDSON, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 6,665 Part D claims and 337 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify GAY RICHARDSON, MD's credentials?
GAY RICHARDSON, MD's NPI is 1073503595 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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