Richard K Gurgel, M.D.
Richard K Gurgel is an Otology & Neurotology specialist based in Salt Lake City, UT with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 21 years in otolaryngology, Richard K Gurgel, M.D. is a long-established otology & neurotology specialist in Salt Lake City. Trained at University of Utah School of Medicine (class of 2005), he has been practicing for over 21 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.07/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 19% of MIPS-scored doctors in Utah
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1664dNPPES updated 2021-11-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)
Contact & Location
Practice Location
50 N Medical Dr Som 3c120, Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202392.07/100
Utah avg: 90.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
127
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
23
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
48
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $955
Percentile rankings compared against 531 reporting peers in Utah.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11.3k received from industry
42 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 K Gurgel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
University of Utah School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 1, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
An otolaryngologist who treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including disorders of hearing and balance. The additional training in otology and neurotology emphasizes the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, pathology, genetics, immunology, microbiology and the etiology of diseases of the ear and temporal bone.
Taxonomy: 207YX0901X
Education & Training
University of Utah School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
50 N Medical Dr School of Medicine #3c120, Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0001
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otology & Neurotology Care With Richard K Gurgel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard K Gurgel for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Salt Lake City 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 K Gurgel
NPI records show Dr. Gurgel as active with telehealth listed in Salt Lake City, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 581-7514.
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 K Gurgel
Practice Location
50 N Medical Dr Som 3c120, Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0001
Mailing Address
50 N Medical Dr School of Medicine #3c120, Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0001
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