Richard Latuska, M.D.
NPI 1487682993 · Gastroenterology Physician · Du Bois, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Latuska, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Du Bois, PA (NPI 1487682993).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487682993
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-025407-E (PA)
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
1,198 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 | 228 | $63 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 193 | $120 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 164 | $73 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 109 | $237 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 82 | $140 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High Risk |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 340 | 83 |
| Omeprazole | 69 | 13 |
| Sucralfate | 58 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 54 | 14 |
| Famotidine | 46 | 15 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 29 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,188 across 73 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
- 2006-06-30
- Last updated
- 2016-12-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Latuska's NPI number?
- Richard Latuska's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487682993, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Latuska's specialty?
- Richard Latuska is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Latuska located?
- Richard Latuska's practice location on file with NPPES is 621 S Main St, Du Bois, PA 15801-1413.
- What is Richard Latuska's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Latuska is (814) 371-0600.
- Does Richard Latuska accept Medicare?
- Richard Latuska is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Latuska's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Latuska's NPI (1487682993) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-12-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.