Mark Richards, M.D.
NPI 1285895938 · Family Medicine Physician · Charleston, WV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mark Richards, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Charleston, WV (NPI 1285895938).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285895938
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24449 (WV)
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
18 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
548 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 133 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 115 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 74 | $62 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 69 | $48 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 53 | $47 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 118 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 255 | 76 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 211 | 72 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 197 | 59 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 179 | 68 |
| Metformin Hcl | 177 | 53 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 177 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$854 across 45 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)
- 4605 Maccorkle Ave SwSouth Charleston, WV 25309-1311Phone: (304) 414-4800
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-24
- Last updated
- 2021-12-30
- Certified
- 2021-12-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mark Richards's NPI number?
- Mark Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285895938, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mark Richards's specialty?
- Mark Richards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mark Richards located?
- Mark Richards's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 Donnally St, Charleston, WV 25301-1648.
- What is Mark Richards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mark Richards is (304) 347-6700.
- Does Mark Richards accept Medicare?
- Mark Richards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mark Richards's NPI active?
- Yes — Mark Richards's NPI (1285895938) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.