Richard Wirges, MD
Also practices: HAND SURGERY
Patients across AR can see Richard Wirges, MD in person in Little Rock or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Arkansas College of Medicine graduate since 2002, he brings 24+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 86.06/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 52% of MIPS-scored doctors in Arkansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2302dNPPES updated 2020-01-16 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
800 Fair Park Blvd, Little Rock, AR 72204
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Arkansas.
MIPS Score
202386.06/100
Arkansas avg: 79.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ArkansasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better47.29%
Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+42.2 pts)
47.29% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
471
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
180
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
387
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
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%↑ 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ 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 (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$159 received from industry
2 transactions 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 Wirges's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 15, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
24 years in practice
Experienced
A surgeon with expertise in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means, of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Taxonomy: 2086S0105X
Education & Training
University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
800 Fair Park Blvd, Little Rock, AR 72204-1720
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 150018
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Surgery of the Hand Care With Richard Wirges
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Wirges for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Little Rock 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 Wirges
Dr. Wirges is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Little Rock, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (501) 500-3500.
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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Contact Richard Wirges
Practice Location
800 Fair Park Blvd, Little Rock, AR 72204
Mailing Address
800 Fair Park Blvd, Little Rock, AR 72204-1720
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