Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Unger, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1902211832
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
740 S Limestone Rm K403
Lexington, KY 405360001
(859) 218-3044
fax (859) 257-1561 - Mailing address
-
333 S 3Rd St, Ste B
Danville, KY 404222016
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 19, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #R3648
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1902211832. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,071
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$72,361
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 563 | 70 | $7 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 114 | 61 | $70 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 64 | $85 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 77 | 60 | $120 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 45 | 22 | $30 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 41 | 41 | $158 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 31 | 22 | $30 | |
73501 |
X-ray of hip, 1 view | 31 | 23 | $27 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 23 | 20 | $53 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 23 | 23 | $125 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 24 peers in Lexington Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,048
Transactions
26
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthrex, INC. | 19 | $1,194.70 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 3 | $505.97 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $205.26 | |
| Legacy Ortho LLC | 3 | $141.82 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
227
Patients
143
Total drug cost
$2,091
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 74 | 43 | $645 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 52 | 27 | $963 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 30 | 27 | $152 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 29 | 16 | $111 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 24 | 13 | $74 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 18 | 17 | $145 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Unger's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Unger practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. Richard Unger practice?
Dr. Richard Unger practices at 740 S Limestone Rm K403, Lexington, KY 405360001. Office phone: 8592183044.
What is Dr. Richard Unger's NPI?
Dr. Richard Unger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902211832, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Unger accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Unger accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Unger commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.