2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1871580704 M.D.
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RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.

Specialist in EL DORADO, Arkansas. 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
19
Medicare Part D claims · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
11%
generic claims · 89% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. filed 19 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Specialist in EL DORADO, Arkansas, prescribing 11% generic.

19
Part D claims, 2023
11%
generic prescribing

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RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

19 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

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

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 DIETZEN, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/05/2005

NPI 1871580704

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

19 99% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Arkansas

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Arkansas providers

Arkansas providers

Specialist share within Arkansas

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Arkansas

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

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

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RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in EL DORADO, Arkansas, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1871580704. 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 DIETZEN, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 403 W OAK ST, EL DORADO, AR, 71730, with a listed phone of (870) 863-6444. NPI 1871580704 was issued on 10/05/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what DIETZEN 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 19 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $7K in drug spend, split 89% brand-name and 11% 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.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 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. 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

403 W OAK ST
EL DORADO, AR 71730

Provider Details

NPI 1871580704
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/05/2005

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. — brand share 89.0%
Specialty average (est.)

89% brand-name claims vs 11% generic, on 19 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.

19
Total Claims
$7K
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
19
Total Day Supply
550
Brand vs Generic
89% brand / 11% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$7K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.71

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Spiriva Handihaler
Tiotropium Bromide
12

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

Specialist Overview

How RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s 19 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Arkansas

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s specialty?
RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in EL DORADO, Arkansas. Credentials: M.D..
How much does RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. wrote 19 Medicare Part D claims totaling $7K in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. located?
RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. is located at 403 W OAK ST, EL DORADO, AR, 71730. Phone: (870) 863-6444.
What is RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s NPI number?
RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871580704, issued on 10/05/2005.
Does RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s prescribing is 89% brand-name and 11% generic drugs by claim count, with $7K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 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 DIETZEN, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Spiriva Handihaler. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. accept Medicare?
RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 19 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s credentials?
RICHARD DIETZEN, M.D.'s NPI is 1871580704 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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