William Richards, D.O.
NPI 1477782738 · Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician · Alexandria, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Richards, D.O. is a Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician provider in Alexandria, MN (NPI 1477782738).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477782738
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 57881 (MN)
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
16 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
514 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 144 | $62 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 106 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 96 | $77 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 68 | $125 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 60 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azelastine Hcl | 167 | 76 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 91 | 41 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 78 | 37 |
| Mupirocin | 55 | 30 |
| Omeprazole | 36 | 25 |
| Prednisone | 33 | 30 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 19 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$42 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-08
- Last updated
- 2024-10-21
- Certified
- 2024-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Richards's NPI number?
- William Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477782738, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Richards's specialty?
- William Richards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Richards located?
- William Richards's practice location on file with NPPES is 111 17th Ave E Ste 1, Alexandria, MN 56308-0057.
- What is William Richards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Richards is (320) 759-4326.
- Does William Richards accept Medicare?
- William Richards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Richards's NPI active?
- Yes — William Richards's NPI (1477782738) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.