Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Houk, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Little Rock, AR
- NPI 1497783757
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 97.5 / 100 · 2023
- 49 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
9101 Kanis RD Ste 200
Little Rock, AR 722056455
(501) 224-6366
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 10, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1977 — 49 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #R3896
- Medicaid
- AR #114550001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497783757. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
356,040
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$6,149,006
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 153,600 | 45 | $5 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 77,800 | 108 | $42 | |
J7328 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg | 64,009 | 53 | $1 | |
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 29,951 | 31 | $13 | |
J9312 |
Injection, rituximab, 10 mg | 9,710 | 27 | $80 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 7,100 | 23 | $33 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 4,020 | 39 | $23 | |
J3304 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, preservative-free, extended-release, microsphere formulation, 1 mg | 2,240 | 33 | $17 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 1,678 | 220 | $113 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,609 | 495 | $117 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Little Rock Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 2,464. This provider delivers 144× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,742
Transactions
200
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 46 | $840.35 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 28 | $547.61 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 26 | $500.22 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 19 | $336.91 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 9 | $183.71 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 11 | $176.58 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 10 | $171.75 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 13 | $168.27 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 13 | $144.44 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 6 | $113.72 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 5 | $102.49 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 5 | $98.45 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $65.68 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 3 | $64.13 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $51.34 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,344
Patients
782
Total drug cost
$76,091
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 666 | 113 | $21,345 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 495 | 110 | $19,852 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 344 | 66 | $3,734 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 302 | 138 | $2,353 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 287 | 74 | $2,375 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 272 | 61 | $3,569 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 207 | 48 | $5,035 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 184 | 29 | $2,511 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 127 | 35 | $1,193 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 121 | 29 | $6,565 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Houk's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Houk practices Rheumatology Physician in Little Rock, AR.
Where does Dr. Richard Houk practice?
Dr. Richard Houk practices at 9101 Kanis RD Ste 200, Little Rock, AR 722056455. Office phone: 5012246366.
What is Dr. Richard Houk's NPI?
Dr. Richard Houk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497783757, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Houk accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Houk accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Houk commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717); Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Hyaluronan or derivative, gelsyn-3, for intra-articular injection, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J7328). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.