Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Little, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Spearfish, SD
- NPI 1609849579
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.3 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2479 E Colorado Blvd
Spearfish, SD 57783
(605) 644-4460
fax (605) 644-4461 - Mailing address
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353 Fairmont Blvd, Atten Medical Staff Services
Rapid City, SD 577016000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 5, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Dakota #4300
- Medicaid
- SD #6401000
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609849579. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
537
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$162,360
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 158 | 128 | $94 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 107 | 82 | $63 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 84 | 77 | $1,203 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 68 | 49 | $43 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 33 | 33 | $128 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 22 | 20 | $34 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 21 | 21 | $79 | |
27130 |
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis | 18 | 16 | $1,212 | |
26055 |
Incision of tendon covering of finger | 13 | 11 | $265 | |
64721 |
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | 13 | 11 | $384 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Spearfish Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 46. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$69
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $36.07 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $32.88 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
313
Patients
216
Total drug cost
$3,110
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 95 | 58 | $102 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 75 | 53 | $2,498 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 45 | 45 | $144 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 43 | 16 | $87 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 31 | 30 | $167 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 24 | 14 | $111 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Little's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Little practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Spearfish, SD.
Where does Dr. Richard Little practice?
Dr. Richard Little practices at 2479 E Colorado Blvd, Spearfish, SD 57783. Office phone: 6056444460.
What is Dr. Richard Little's NPI?
Dr. Richard Little's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609849579, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Little accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Little accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Little commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee (HCPCS 27447). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.