Tamra Richardson-Colby, DO
NPI 1518936897 · Family Medicine Physician · West Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tamra Richardson-Colby, DO is a Family Medicine Physician provider in West Des Moines, IA (NPI 1518936897).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518936897
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DO-03588 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,386 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 274 | $83 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 157 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 153 | $118 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 131 | $8 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 103 | $2 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 100 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 178 | 166 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 101 | 50 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 69 | 67 |
| Azithromycin | 68 | 68 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 66 | 58 |
| Cephalexin | 61 | 58 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 61 | 23 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1410 Sw Tradition DrSte 120Ankeny, IA 50023Phone: (515) 875-9040Fax: (515) 875-9041
- 1360 Nw 18th St Ste 102Ankeny, IA 50023-9074Phone: (515) 875-9730Fax: (515) 875-9731
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-17
- Last updated
- 2024-02-22
- Certified
- 2024-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tamra Richardson-Colby's NPI number?
- Tamra Richardson-Colby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518936897, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tamra Richardson-Colby's specialty?
- Tamra Richardson-Colby is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tamra Richardson-Colby located?
- Tamra Richardson-Colby's practice location on file with NPPES is 5950 University Ave Ste 105, West Des Moines, IA 50266-7756.
- What is Tamra Richardson-Colby's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tamra Richardson-Colby is (515) 875-9070.
- Does Tamra Richardson-Colby accept Medicare?
- Tamra Richardson-Colby is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tamra Richardson-Colby's NPI active?
- Yes — Tamra Richardson-Colby's NPI (1518936897) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.