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2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1265435473 M.D.
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Specialist in Salisbury, Maryland.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 69,608 in Specialist, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 214 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 14% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
What the federal data shows
Richard Bird, M.D. filed 1,555 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Specialist in Salisbury, Maryland, prescribing 84% generic.
- 2K
- Part D claims, 2023
- 84%
- generic prescribing
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Richard Bird, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
1,555 Top 19% higher than 81% of 1,370,886 prescribers
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Richard Bird, M.D.?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Specialist
Medicare Part D claims
1,555 5% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Maryland
How Specialist compares to other specialties among Maryland providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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Richard Bird, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 560 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Salisbury, MD, 21801, with a listed phone of (410) 546-5722. NPI 1265435473 was issued on 05/23/2005.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 1,555 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 214 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $2.0 million in drug spend, split 14% brand-name and 84% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.5%.
Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,608 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline.
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Practice Address
Provider Details
| NPI | 1265435473 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Specialist |
| Credentials | M.D. |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 05/23/2005 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical
Richard Bird, M.D. - brand share 14.0%
Specialist average
14% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 1,555 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.
1,555
Total Claims
$2.0M
Total Drug Cost
214
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 2,405
- Total Day Supply
- 69,375
- Brand vs Generic
- 14% brand / 84% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $1.9M
- Generic Drug Cost
- $89K
- Opioid Claims
- 23 (1.5% rate)
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 70.5 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.44
- Gender Split
- 59% female / 41% male
- Age Distribution
- <65: 46, 65-74: 71, 75-84: 75, 85+: 22
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Richard Bird, M.D. prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Levetiracetam
Levetiracetam
123 claims
- Donepezil Hcl
Donepezil Hcl
106 claims
- Primidone
Primidone
80 claims
- Clonazepam
Clonazepam
76 claims
- Topiramate
Topiramate
73 claims
- Gabapentin
Gabapentin
63 claims
- Carbidopa-Levodopa
Carbidopa-Levodopa
58 claims
- Carbidopa-Levodopa…
Carbidopa-Levodopa Er
57 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 123 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 106 |
| Primidone | 80 |
| Clonazepam | 76 |
| Topiramate | 73 |
| Gabapentin | 63 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa Carbidopa/Levodopa | 58 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa Er Carbidopa/Levodopa | 57 |
| Gamunex-C Immune Globul G/Gly/Iga Avg 46 | 40 |
| Divalproex Sodium Er Divalproex Sodium | 39 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Specialist Overview
How Richard Bird, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.
69,608
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider
Richard Bird, M.D.'s 1,555 claims are above the specialty average of 1,474.
Nearby Specialist Providers in Maryland
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Maryland, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Bird.
Wondwosen Abdi
Baltimore, MD
Dr. Swapna Abhyankar
M.D.
Laurel, MD
Rifat Abousy
Baltimore, MD
Dr. Marwa Adi
MD
Chevy Chase, MD
Dr. Bettina Adjei
MD
Eldersburg, MD
Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Bird, M.D.'s specialty? ▼
Richard Bird, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in Salisbury, Maryland. Credentials: M.D..
How much does Richard Bird, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Richard Bird, M.D. wrote 1,555 Medicare Part D claims totaling $2.0M in drug costs for 214 beneficiaries.
Where is Richard Bird, M.D. located? ▼
Richard Bird, M.D. is located at 560 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Salisbury, MD, 21801. Phone: (410) 546-5722.
What is Richard Bird, M.D.'s NPI number? ▼
Richard Bird, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265435473, issued on 05/23/2005.
Does Richard Bird, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Richard Bird, M.D.'s prescribing is 14% brand-name and 84% generic drugs by claim count, with $1.9M in brand drug costs.
Does Richard Bird, M.D. prescribe opioids? ▼
Yes, Richard Bird, M.D. had 23 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.5%.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 69,608 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Richard Bird, M.D. prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Richard Bird, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Levetiracetam, Donepezil Hcl, Primidone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Richard Bird, M.D. accept Medicare? ▼
Richard Bird, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,555 Part D claims and 214 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Richard Bird, M.D.'s credentials? ▼
Richard Bird, M.D.'s NPI is 1265435473 with credentials M.D.. 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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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.
See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.
Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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