Richard Eldon Royal, M.D.
Richard Eldon Royal is a Surgery specialist based in Portland, ME with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Richard Eldon Royal, M.D. practices as part of a group surgery specialist practice in Portland, ME. A Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 98.07/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 24% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maine
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2494dNPPES updated 2019-07-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
887 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102-3100
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202398.07/100
Maine avg: 93.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better32.74%
Maine avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+27.6 pts)
32.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
159
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
72
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
113
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
Percentile rankings compared against 387 reporting peers in Maine.
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 Arthritis.
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 (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Virtual Surgery Care With Richard Eldon Royal
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Eldon Royal for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Portland 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 Eldon Royal
NPI records show Dr. Royal as active with telehealth listed in Portland, ME. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (207) 774-6368.
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 Eldon Royal
Practice Location
887 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102-3100
Mailing Address
887 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102-3100
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