Richard Sica, M.D.
NPI 1508878729 · Dermatology Physician · Moses Lake, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Sica, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Moses Lake, WA (NPI 1508878729).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508878729
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00039320 (WA)
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
1,620 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 | 628 | $84 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 331 | $63 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 274 | $6 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 232 | $104 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 62 | $33 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 114 | 63 |
| Fluorouracil | 99 | 87 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 60 | 33 |
| Fluocinonide | 56 | 35 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 52 | 31 |
| Prednisone | 52 | 30 |
| Ketoconazole | 40 | 21 |
| Cephalexin | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$131 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
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2022-09-06
- Certified
- 2022-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Sica's NPI number?
- Richard Sica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508878729, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Sica's specialty?
- Richard Sica is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Sica located?
- Richard Sica's practice location on file with NPPES is 827 E Colonial Ave Ste C, Moses Lake, WA 98837-4644.
- What is Richard Sica's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Sica is (509) 765-7462.
- Does Richard Sica accept Medicare?
- Richard Sica is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Sica's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Sica's NPI (1508878729) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.