James Richmond, M.D.
NPI 1184620288 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chattanooga, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Richmond, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chattanooga, TN (NPI 1184620288).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184620288
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MDO14674 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
1,634 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 471 | $115 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 207 | $54 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 173 | $33 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 167 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 139 | $79 |
| Removal of Eyelashes Using Forceps67820 | 126 | $23 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 321 | 141 |
| Timolol Maleate | 111 | 52 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 86 | 32 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 74 | 36 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 64 | 24 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 63 | 20 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 56 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$182 across 8 records (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
- 2005-06-23
- Last updated
- 2009-03-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Richmond's NPI number?
- James Richmond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184620288, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Richmond's specialty?
- James Richmond is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Richmond located?
- James Richmond's practice location on file with NPPES is 932 Spring Creek Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37412-3910.
- What is James Richmond's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Richmond is (423) 894-1453.
- Does James Richmond accept Medicare?
- James Richmond is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Richmond's NPI active?
- Yes — James Richmond's NPI (1184620288) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-03-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.