Richard William Kendall, DO
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Richard William Kendall is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Salt Lake City, UT with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 29 years in physical medicine & rehabilitation, Richard William Kendall, DO is a long-established pain medicine physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist in Salt Lake City. A Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences graduate since 1997, he brings 29+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.92/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Utah
- Federal MIPS score higher than 86% of MIPS-scored doctors in Utah
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1663dNPPES updated 2021-11-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 86% of doctors in Utah on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.92/100
Utah avg: 90.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.3 pts)
Better than 86% of MIPS-scored doctors in UtahHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better38.41%
Utah avg: 6.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+33.3 pts)
38.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.7%
Utah avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in UtahHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
334
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
85
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
492
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $34k
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$81 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 William Kendall's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Des Moines University
Board certified · Nov 2, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2081P2900X
Education & Training
Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
Po Box 413032, Salt Lake City, UT 84141-3032
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Richard William Kendall
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard William Kendall for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — 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 William Kendall
Dr. Kendall is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Salt Lake City, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 581-2267.
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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Practice Location
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84132-0001
Mailing Address
Po Box 413032, Salt Lake City, UT 84141-3032
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