RICHARD JAMES SUHLER MD
NPI 1295785558
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Albuquerque, NM

Active since May 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.57/100
CMS Quality Rating
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110(505) 998-3096(505) 998-3100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 7, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 7, 2022, Dec 15, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Richard James Suhler Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

RICHARD JAMES SUHLER MD (NPI 1295785558) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (MD2022-0272) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295785558
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD JAMES SUHLERCredential: MD
Location Address8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202Albuquerque, NM 87110-7640
Mailing Address8020 Constitution Pl Ne Ste 202Albuquerque, NM 87110-7640 · (505) 998-3096 · Fax (505) 998-3100
Fax(505) 998-3100
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 7, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2022
✔ NPI 1295785558 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NM · MD2022-0272✔ Licensed in TX · H8444
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid136302010TX
Medicaid136302012TX
Medicaid32775504NM

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Richard James Suhler Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8325087794
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050426001087, I20220419001625
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Richard Suhler reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hospitalist
700 HIGH ST NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Mexico enrollment
  • 73 clinicians in this Medicare group
Hematology & Oncology
4901 LANG AVE NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Mexico enrollment
  • 106 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
9155 GRAPEVINE HWY, STE 210
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas and New Mexico enrollments
  • Also billed through NPI 1669425195 (New Mexico)
  • 122 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
112 services111 patients
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views 73560
An X-ray of the knee with 1-2 views is a quick, painless test that produces images of the knee bones. It helps identify fractures, infections, or changes in the knee joint. During the procedure, you'll be asked to stay still while the X-ray machine captures the images.
80 services67 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
52 services51 patients
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141
An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.
39 services38 patients
Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.
32 services32 patients
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131
A CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.
31 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake

Acute Care Hospitals · Southlake, TX
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450888
Location1545 E Southlake BlvdSouthlake, TX 76092 · Tarrant County
Emergency services

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall

Acute Care Hospitals · Rockwall, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670044
Location3150 Horizon RoadRockwall, TX 75032 · Rockwall County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 87110 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.79 typical visit price
range $54.26 – $166.80
Typical copayment $21.19 (range $13.56 – $41.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.00 typical visit price
range $17.00 – $135.35
Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.25 – $33.83)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

87.57/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality97.1
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.78

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
8020 CONSTITUTION PL NE STE 202
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Richard Suhler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Suhler is 1295785558. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Where is Richard Suhler located?

Richard Suhler practices at 8020 Constitution Pl NE Ste 202, Albuquerque, NM 87110. The listed phone number is (505) 998-3096.

What is Richard Suhler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Richard Suhler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Suhler is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Richard Suhler's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Suhler reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Knd Development 59 LLC (Albuquerque, NM), New Mexico Oncology Hematology Consultants, Ltd. (Albuquerque, NM) and American Radiology Consultants PLLC (North Richland Hills, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Richard Suhler's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Richard Suhler accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Richard Suhler as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Richard Suhler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Suhler is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Suhler was last updated on April 7, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.