Richard Ahn, M.D.
NPI 1568809226 · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Lakewood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hand Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Ahn, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician provider in Lakewood, CA (NPI 1568809226).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568809226
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A162729 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,390 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 432 | $138 |
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 204 | $42 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 196 | $178 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Medium Joint20605 | 170 | $62 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Small Joint20600 | 118 | $48 |
| X-Ray of Wrist, Minimum of 3 Views73110 | 107 | $47 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 118 | 101 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 115 | 102 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 29 | 22 |
| Meloxicam | 23 | 11 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 14 | 13 |
| Cephalexin | 14 | 12 |
| Ibuprofen | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$34 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 3828 Schaufele Ave Ste 320Long Beach, CA 90808-1793Phone: (562) 348-4588Fax: (562) 420-2545
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-06-03
- Last updated
- 2021-03-17
- Certified
- 2021-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Ahn's NPI number?
- Richard Ahn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568809226, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Ahn's specialty?
- Richard Ahn is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Ahn located?
- Richard Ahn's practice location on file with NPPES is 5750 Downey Ave Ste 308, Lakewood, CA 90712-1482.
- What is Richard Ahn's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Ahn is (562) 633-3787.
- Does Richard Ahn accept Medicare?
- Richard Ahn is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Ahn's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Ahn's NPI (1568809226) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.