Richard Scott Morehead, MD
Richard Scott Morehead is a Critical Care Medicine specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 38 years in internal medicine, Richard Scott Morehead, MD is a long-established critical care medicine specialist in Lexington. A Oral Roberts University School of Medicine graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart. CMS MIPS quality score: 90.12/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 28% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kentucky
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5181dNPPES updated 2012-03-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
740 S Limestone L543 Ky Clinic Divison of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Lexington, KY 40536-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202390.12/100
Kentucky avg: 90.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better42.7%
Kentucky avg: 84.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-40.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
221
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
25
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
110
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $64k
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.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — 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 (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+10%) — 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 (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1988
Oral Roberts University School of Medicine
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207RC0200X
Education & Training
Oral Roberts University School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
2333 Alumni Park Plz Suite 200, Lexington, KY 40517-4012
Differs from practice location
Virtual Critical Care Medicine Care With Richard Scott Morehead
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Scott Morehead for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — 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 Scott Morehead
NPI records show Dr. Morehead as active with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 323-5045.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Scott Morehead
Practice Location
740 S Limestone L543 Ky Clinic Divison of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Lexington, KY 40536-0001
Mailing Address
2333 Alumni Park Plz Suite 200, Lexington, KY 40517-4012
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