Michele Richards, MD
NPI 1326156217 · Otolaryngology Physician · Fort Pierce, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michele Richards, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Fort Pierce, FL (NPI 1326156217).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326156217
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME77222 (FL)
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
19 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
6,303 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 1,133 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,128 | $137 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 930 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 895 | $97 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 450 | $9 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 382 | $50 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 58 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 1,240 | 579 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 272 | 101 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 265 | 115 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 245 | 125 |
| Famotidine | 196 | 66 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 185 | 75 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 176 | 155 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$342 across 16 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
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2010-08-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michele Richards's NPI number?
- Michele Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326156217, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michele Richards's specialty?
- Michele Richards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michele Richards located?
- Michele Richards's practice location on file with NPPES is 4632 S 25th St, Fort Pierce, FL 34981-5057.
- What is Michele Richards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michele Richards is (772) 464-9595.
- Does Michele Richards accept Medicare?
- Michele Richards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michele Richards's NPI active?
- Yes — Michele Richards's NPI (1326156217) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-08-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.