Richard Mark Shivers, MD
Richard Mark Shivers is a Family Medicine specialist based in Salem, OH with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ALLERGY/IMMUNOLOGY
Richard Mark Shivers, MD practices as part of a group family medicine physician practice in Salem, OH. He graduated from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in 1992 and has 34+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Uses generic medications more than 25% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2838dNPPES updated 2018-08-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
564 E 2nd St, Salem, OH 44460-2914
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.67%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)
2.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.7%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
120
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
277
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
13,855
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.02M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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 Mood Disorders.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — 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 (+11%) — 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 (+10%) — 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 · 1992
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
9471 Market St Ste B, North Lima, OH 44452-8702
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Richard Mark Shivers
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Mark Shivers for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Salem 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 Mark Shivers
NPI records show Dr. Shivers as active with telehealth listed in Salem, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (234) 567-8150.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Mark Shivers
Practice Location
564 E 2nd St, Salem, OH 44460-2914
Mailing Address
9471 Market St Ste B, North Lima, OH 44452-8702
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