Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Sterling, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Otolaryngology Physician · Otolaryngology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1184712895
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.9 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1608 Walnut St Fl 9
Philadelphia, PA 191035451
(215) 929-8301 - Additional location
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307 Stone Harbor Blvd
Cape May Court House, NJ 082102170
(609) 899-7200
fax (609) 899-7201
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Pennsylvania #MD449634 · South Carolina #14517 · New Jersey #25MA10946200
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184712895. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
735
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$108,486
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 238 | 160 | $135 | |
31231 |
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | 168 | 121 | $210 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 132 | 132 | $176 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 83 | 63 | $115 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 65 | 54 | $49 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 31 | 27 | $97 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 18 | 18 | $120 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 27 peers in this city , average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 8.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$126
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 1 | $108.87 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $16.85 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
285
Patients
175
Total drug cost
$11,024
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 80 | 45 | $4,748 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 53 | 21 | $418 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | Generic | 31 | 21 | $1,775 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 25 | 22 | $322 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 25 | 16 | $1,019 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 23 | 17 | $501 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 20 | 19 | $97 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 15 | 14 | $170 |
| Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone (Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexameth) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $1,974 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Sterling's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Sterling practices Otolaryngology Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. Richard Sterling practice?
Dr. Richard Sterling practices at 1608 Walnut St Fl 9, Philadelphia, PA 191035451. Office phone: 2159298301.
What is Dr. Richard Sterling's NPI?
Dr. Richard Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184712895, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Sterling accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Sterling accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Sterling commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope (HCPCS 31231); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.