Richard Daniel King, MD, PHD

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

Richard Daniel King is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(859) 323-5661Lexington, KY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Richard Daniel King, MD, PHD has been part of the Lexington medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Baylor 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). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 68% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kentucky
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 47 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in KYSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Lexington24+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 1132dNPPES updated 2023-04-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure

Contact & Location

Practice Location

740 S Limeston, Lexington, KY 40536-0284

Fax: (859) 323-6411
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Kentucky.

MIPS Score

2023

100/100

Kentucky avg: 90.2 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Kentucky

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

160

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

183

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

703

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $59k

Percentile rankings compared against 922 reporting peers in Kentucky.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-1%)48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+14%)48%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
46%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+11%)43%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
40%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+5%)39%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2002

    Baylor College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 16, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 24 years in practice

    Experienced

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.

Taxonomy: 2084N0400X

Education & Training

Baylor College of Medicine (Class of 2002)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

740 S Limestone Ky Clinic J401, Lexington, KY 40536-0284

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Richard Daniel King

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Daniel King for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lexington 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 Daniel King

NPI records show Dr. King as active with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 323-5661.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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