Richard Charles Hale, D.O.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Richard Charles Hale is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Danville, PA with over 47 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Richard Charles Hale, D.O. has practiced internal medicine for 47+ years, working in group practice. A Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine graduate since 1979, he brings 47+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and COPD (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-6706
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better29.8%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-53 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
317
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
271
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,264
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $670k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 COPD.
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
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Aug 18, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1979)
Mailing address
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-4903
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Richard Charles Hale
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Charles Hale for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, COPD management — no travel to Danville 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 Charles Hale
NPI records show Dr. Hale as active with telehealth listed in Danville, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (570) 271-6655.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-6706
Mailing Address
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-4903
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