Richard Wertz, MD
NPI 1245210608 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Altoona, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Wertz, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Altoona, PA (NPI 1245210608).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245210608
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD047214L (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,291 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 381 | $27 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 381 | $34 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 128 | $9 |
| Diagnostic Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, Unilateral Or Bilateral (list Separately in Addition to 77065 Or 77066)G0279 | 64 | $27 |
| Diagnostic Mammography of 1 Breast77065 | 49 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 40 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1800 E Park AveState College, PA 16803-6701Phone: (814) 231-7000Fax: (814) 231-7098
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-20
- Last updated
- 2025-12-02
- Certified
- 2025-03-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Wertz's NPI number?
- Richard Wertz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245210608, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Wertz's specialty?
- Richard Wertz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Wertz located?
- Richard Wertz's practice location on file with NPPES is 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601-4804.
- What is Richard Wertz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Wertz is (814) 946-2696.
- Does Richard Wertz accept Medicare?
- Richard Wertz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Wertz's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Wertz's NPI (1245210608) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.