Richard Francis Frisch, M.D.
Richard Francis Frisch is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Mt Pleasant, SC with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Richard Francis Frisch, M.D. has practiced orthopaedic surgery for 24+ years, working in group practice. A Hahnemann University College of Medicine graduate since 2002, he brings 24+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1625 Hospital Dr, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464-3698
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202322.58/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-61 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
834
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
28
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
49
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$123.3k received from industry
46 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Richard Francis Frisch's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Hahnemann University College of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 22, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
Hahnemann University College of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
Po Box 749340, Atlanta, GA 30374-9340
Differs from practice location
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Richard Francis Frisch
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Francis Frisch for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Mt Pleasant required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard Francis Frisch
NPI records show Dr. Frisch as active with telehealth listed in Mt Pleasant, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 849-1551.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Francis Frisch
Practice Location
1625 Hospital Dr, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464-3698
Mailing Address
Po Box 749340, Atlanta, GA 30374-9340
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