James Richter, MD
NPI 1275516643 · Internal Medicine Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Richter, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1275516643).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275516643
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 41982 (MA)
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 tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
723 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 201 | $102 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 111 | $6 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 65 | $264 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 58 | $152 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 52 | $128 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 164 | 160 |
| Omeprazole | 95 | 34 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 41 | 13 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 35 | — |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 30 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 30 | 11 |
| Mesalaminebrand: Mesalamine Dr |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-21
- Last updated
- 2025-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Richter's NPI number?
- James Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275516643, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Richter's specialty?
- James Richter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Richter located?
- James Richter's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114-2696.
- What is James Richter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Richter is (617) 726-0607.
- Does James Richter accept Medicare?
- James Richter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Richter's NPI active?
- Yes — James Richter's NPI (1275516643) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.