Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Vera, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Grapevine, TX
- NPI 1003866377
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1615 Lancaster Dr, Suite #150
Grapevine, TX 760512111
(817) 421-0279
fax (817) 416-7490
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 15, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #J1583
- Medicaid
- TX #036053-01
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1003866377. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,261
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$224,125
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 514 | 231 | $96 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 241 | 172 | $64 | |
62321 |
Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance | 164 | 79 | $104 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 157 | 71 | $57 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 138 | 121 | $86 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 125 | 75 | $131 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 125 | 75 | $74 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 84 | 84 | $81 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 81 | 72 | $95 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 80 | 71 | $275 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 68. This provider delivers 33× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$33
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $18.96 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $13.86 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
870
Patients
270
Total drug cost
$105,727
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 227 | 59 | $2,950 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 206 | 87 | $1,103 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 88 | 43 | $1,376 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 53 | 11 | $409 |
| Tramadol Hcl Er (Tramadol Hcl) | Brand | 50 | 13 | $5,323 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 45 | 25 | $1,182 |
| Naloxone Hcl | Generic | 34 | 32 | $2,904 |
| Belbuca (Buprenorphine Hcl) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $16,059 |
| Nucynta Er (Tapentadol Hcl) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $33,031 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $131 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Vera's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Vera practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Grapevine, TX.
Where does Dr. Richard Vera practice?
Dr. Richard Vera practices at 1615 Lancaster Dr, Grapevine, TX 760512111. Office phone: 8174210279.
What is Dr. Richard Vera's NPI?
Dr. Richard Vera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003866377, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Vera accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Vera accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Vera commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62323); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62321). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.