Richard Thoms, M.D.
NPI 1194987883 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Niantic, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Thoms, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Niantic, CT (NPI 1194987883).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194987883
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 047870 (CT)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,692 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 376 | $51 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 253 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 202 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 201 | $131 |
| Device Supply With Scheduled Recording and Transmission for Remote Monitoring of Musculoskeletal System, Per 30 Days98977 | 190 | $51 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 79 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 117 | 89 |
| Meloxicam | 49 | 24 |
| Methylprednisolone | 38 | 27 |
| Celecoxib | 36 | 21 |
| Baclofen | 23 | 21 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 22 | 15 |
| Dexamethasone | 17 | 16 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 15 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,037 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 82 New Park AveNorth Franklin, CT 06254-1807Phone: (860) 889-7345
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-25
- Last updated
- 2022-04-28
- Certified
- 2022-04-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Thoms's NPI number?
- Richard Thoms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194987883, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Thoms's specialty?
- Richard Thoms is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Thoms located?
- Richard Thoms's practice location on file with NPPES is 11 Industrial Park Rd, Niantic, CT 06357-1210.
- What is Richard Thoms's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Thoms is (860) 889-7345.
- Does Richard Thoms accept Medicare?
- Richard Thoms is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Thoms's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Thoms's NPI (1194987883) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.