DR. RICHARD DOUGLAS HAPPEL M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1568422954
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Wytheville, VA

Q: What is Richard Happel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Happel is 1568422954. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2006.

Q: What is Richard Happel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Happel was last updated on December 21, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.

Active since March 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1150 HOLSTON RD, WYTHEVILLE, VA 24382(276) 228-4860(276) 228-4879 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 21, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Dr. Richard Douglas Happel M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD DOUGLAS HAPPEL M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1568422954) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Wytheville, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101038312) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carilion New River Valley Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568422954

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD DOUGLAS HAPPELCredential: M.D., PH.D.

Location Address1150 HOLSTON RDWytheville, VA 24382-4109

Mailing Address1150 Holston RdWytheville, VA 24382-4109 · (276) 228-4860 · Fax (276) 228-4879

Phone(276) 228-4860

Fax(276) 228-4879

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 1984

Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 21, 2018

✔ NPI 1568422954 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101038312

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

1150 HOLSTON RD, Wytheville, VA 24382

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid006002501VA

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

Dr. Richard Douglas Happel M.d., Ph.d. 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 ID8729150198

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080630000210

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

Medicare enrollment records show Richard Happel reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital

25 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

388 BEN BOLT AVE
Tazewell, VA 24651

Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
118 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1427040328 (276) 988-8700

Carilion Healthcare Corporation

67 mi

Multi-Specialty

213 S JEFFERSON ST STE 1006
Roanoke, VA 24011

Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
956 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1447206370 (540) 224-5452

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 12

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

534 services405 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

185 services172 patients

Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days 93296

This procedure involves remotely monitoring your pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system. Over a 90-day period, we check the device's performance and your heart's activity. This helps ensure the device is functioning properly and providing the best possible support for your heart health.

142 services62 patients

Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days 93294

This procedure evaluates your pacemaker system remotely for up to 90 days. It checks whether single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless pacemakers are working properly. It's a safe, convenient way to ensure your heart device is functioning optimally.

131 services55 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

87 services85 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

56 services56 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

55 services55 patients

Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review by health care professional 93227

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that checks your heart's activity. The 2-day continuous ECG records your heart's rhythm non-stop for 48 hours. It helps to detect irregularities that may not occur during a shorter test. A healthcare professional will review the results to identify any issues.

47 services46 patients

Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous 93225

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) 2-day continuous is a non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart over 48 hours. It helps to detect irregular heart rhythms, heart disease, or other cardiac conditions. You wear a portable device that records heart activity as you go about your daily activities.

37 services36 patients

Programming of dual lead pacemaker system 93280

Programming of a dual lead pacemaker system is a procedure to adjust your heart's pacemaker settings. This process involves a small device, called a programmer, that communicates with your pacemaker to ensure it's working optimally for your heart's needs.

35 services33 patients

Injection, perflutren lipid microspheres, per ml Q9957

Perflutren lipid microspheres injection, per ml, is a diagnostic tool used to enhance ultrasound images. It contains tiny gas-filled bubbles that improve the clarity of the images, aiding in a more accurate diagnosis.

21 services11 patients

Electrocardiogram (ecg) up to 30 days continuous with symptom monitoring, transmission and review and report by health care professional 93272

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of your heart. For up to 30 days, a device will continuously monitor your heart's rhythm, noting any symptoms. The data is sent to a healthcare professional who reviews it and provides a report on your heart health.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Christiansburg, VA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number490042

Location2900 Lamb CircleChristiansburg, VA 24073 · Montgomery County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wythe County Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wytheville, VA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number490111

Location600 West Ridge RoadWytheville, VA 24382 · Wythe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 24382 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

$129.04 typical visit price

range $56.19 – $170.30

Typical copayment $32.26 (range $14.04 – $42.57)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$70.08 typical visit price

range $18.07 – $138.91

Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)

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.

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 Happel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Happel is 1568422954. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2006.

Where is Richard Happel located?

Richard Happel practices at 1150 Holston Rd, Wytheville, VA 24382. The listed phone number is (276) 228-4860.

What is Richard Happel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Richard Happel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Happel 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 Happel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Happel reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital (Tazewell, VA) and Carilion Healthcare Corporation (Roanoke, VA). 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 Happel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Richard Happel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Happel is affiliated with Carilion New River Valley Medical Center and Wythe County Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Happel was last updated on December 21, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.