Gaa Richardson, M.D.
NPI 1003011578 · Gastroenterology Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gaa Richardson, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1003011578).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003011578
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2004024412 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
886 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 253 | $34 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 107 | $242 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 94 | $73 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 94 | $78 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 73 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 214 | 72 |
| Omeprazole | 208 | 73 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 200 | 193 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 142 | 137 |
| Famotidine | 110 | 31 |
| Sucralfate | 68 | 19 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 57 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-15
- Last updated
- 2010-07-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gaa Richardson's NPI number?
- Gaa Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003011578, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gaa Richardson's specialty?
- Gaa Richardson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gaa Richardson located?
- Gaa Richardson's practice location on file with NPPES is 415 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601-5057.
- What is Gaa Richardson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gaa Richardson is (828) 328-3300.
- Does Gaa Richardson accept Medicare?
- Gaa Richardson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gaa Richardson's NPI active?
- Yes — Gaa Richardson's NPI (1003011578) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.