Dr. Otis Rickman, DO
Pulmonary Disease
20+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Otis Rickman
Otis Rickman, DO is a healthcare provider practicing in Nashville, TN.
Specialty Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
28
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Pulmonary DiseaseCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Oklahoma State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Class of 1998
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2073 | Internal Medicine | |
| Tennessee | 2073 | Internal Medicine | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Otis Rickman
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Otis Rickman is an established pulmonary disease provider, DO, after earning their medical degree at Oklahoma State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1998. Dr. currently practices at The Surgical Clinic Pllc in Nashville, Tennessee. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215900980, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Otis Rickman as a lower-volume pulmonary disease provider, treating approximately 218 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 555 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Otis Rickman received $100K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are elevated relative to most providers and may warrant direct inquiry about potential conflicts of interest during your visit.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$100K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Pulmonary Disease Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 37205
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Otis Rickman
What does Dr. Otis Rickman specialize in?
Dr. Otis Rickman specializes in Pulmonary Disease. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Internal Medicine.
Where does Dr. Otis Rickman practice?
Dr. Otis Rickman practices at The Surgical Clinic Pllc in Nashville, Tennessee.
Does Dr. Otis Rickman accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Otis Rickman accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 218 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Otis Rickman's NPI number?
Dr. Otis Rickman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215900980. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Otis Rickman been practicing?
Dr. Otis Rickman has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Oklahoma State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1998.