Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Areen, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Sacramento, CA
- NPI 1609879386
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 66.6 / 100 · 2023
- 49 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1111 Exposition Blvd Bldg 700
Sacramento, CA 958154314
(916) 736-3408
fax (916) 233-4171
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 7, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1977 — 49 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G00046817
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609879386. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,458
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$102,837
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 327 | 213 | $95 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 264 | 264 | $117 | |
92567 |
Test to assess middle ear function | 225 | 212 | $18 | |
92557 |
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test | 207 | 199 | $39 | |
G0268 |
Removal of impacted cerumen (one or both ears) by physician on same date of service as audiologic function testing | 170 | 108 | $55 | |
92504 |
Exam of ear using a microscope | 138 | 115 | $32 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 54 | 40 | $136 | |
92553 |
Test for hearing various pitches using earphone and device placed against the bone | 31 | 31 | $49 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 28 | 27 | $134 | |
30901 |
Simple control of nose bleed | 14 | 11 | $172 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Sacramento Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
77
Patients
31
Total drug cost
$3,790
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 30 | 0 | $587 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hc (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocort) | Brand | 26 | 19 | $1,703 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | Generic | 21 | 12 | $1,499 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Areen's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Areen practices Otolaryngology Physician in Sacramento, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Areen practice?
Dr. Richard Areen practices at 1111 Exposition Blvd Bldg 700, Sacramento, CA 958154314. Office phone: 9167363408.
What is Dr. Richard Areen's NPI?
Dr. Richard Areen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609879386, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Areen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Areen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Areen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Test to assess middle ear function (HCPCS 92567). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.