2026 NPPES data Nephrology Physician NPI 1245237080 M.D.
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RICHARD CLINE, M.D.

Nephrology Physician in MURRAY, Utah. 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
500
Medicare Part D claims · 102 beneficiaries · Nephrology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
93%
generic claims · 7% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: RICHARD CLINE, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in MURRAY, Utah with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 500 claims across 102 beneficiaries — 7% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: RICHARD CLINE, M.D. filed 500 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across MURRAY, Utah. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

RICHARD CLINE, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

RICHARD CLINE, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/07/2005

NPI 1245237080

Primary specialty

Nephrology Physician

Mid-sized

10,534 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

500 66% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,454

Specialty distribution in Utah

How Nephrology Physician compares to other specialties among Utah providers

Utah providers

Nephrology Physician share within Utah

1. Nephrology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Nephrology Physician share within Utah

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Nephrology Physician) — 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).

RICHARD CLINE, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider practicing in MURRAY, Utah, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1245237080. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

RICHARD CLINE, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Nephrology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 154 MYRTLE AVENUE, MURRAY, UT, 84107, with a listed phone of (801) 288-9002. NPI 1245237080 was issued on 07/07/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what CLINE 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 500 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 102 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $23K in drug spend, split 7% brand-name and 93% generic by claim count. 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.

Nephrology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,534 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,454 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

154 MYRTLE AVENUE
MURRAY, UT 84107

Provider Details

NPI 1245237080
Specialty Nephrology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/07/2005

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where RICHARD CLINE, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

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Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

RICHARD CLINE, M.D. — brand share 7.0%
Specialty average (est.)

7% brand-name claims vs 93% generic, on 500 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.

500
Total Claims
$23K
Total Drug Cost
102
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,123
Total Day Supply
33,438
Brand vs Generic
7% brand / 93% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$12K
Generic Drug Cost
$11K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.60
Gender Split
42% female / 58% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Amlodipine Besylate
56
Spironolactone
50
Atorvastatin Calcium
42
Furosemide
37
Calcitriol
36
Metoprolol Succinate
33
Lisinopril
27
Carvedilol
25
Torsemide
23
Losartan Potassium
18

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

Nephrology Physician Overview

How RICHARD CLINE, M.D. fits within the Nephrology Physician landscape nationally.

10,534
Nephrology Physician Providers in US
55
States with Nephrology Physician
1,454
Avg Claims per Provider

RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s 500 claims are below the specialty average of 1,454.

Nearby Nephrology Physician Providers in Utah

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

Compare Nephrology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s specialty?
RICHARD CLINE, M.D. specializes in Nephrology Physician and practices in MURRAY, Utah. Credentials: M.D..
How much does RICHARD CLINE, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, RICHARD CLINE, M.D. wrote 500 Medicare Part D claims totaling $23K in drug costs for 102 beneficiaries.
Where is RICHARD CLINE, M.D. located?
RICHARD CLINE, M.D. is located at 154 MYRTLE AVENUE, MURRAY, UT, 84107. Phone: (801) 288-9002.
What is RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s NPI number?
RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245237080, issued on 07/07/2005.
Does RICHARD CLINE, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s prescribing is 7% brand-name and 93% generic drugs by claim count, with $12K in brand drug costs.
How many Nephrology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,534 Nephrology Physician providers across 55 states in the US. The average Nephrology Physician provider writes 1,454 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does RICHARD CLINE, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Amlodipine Besylate, Spironolactone, Atorvastatin Calcium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does RICHARD CLINE, M.D. accept Medicare?
RICHARD CLINE, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 500 Part D claims and 102 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s credentials?
RICHARD CLINE, M.D.'s NPI is 1245237080 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

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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