Gary Richo, M.D., PHD
NPI 1578595237 · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Shelton, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Richo, M.D., PHD is a Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician provider in Shelton, CT (NPI 1578595237).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578595237
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- CT042653 (CT)
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
20 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
695 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 | 206 | $94 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 151 | $78 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 58 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 57 | $59 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $134 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 101 | 53 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 85 | 52 |
| Celecoxib | 76 | 25 |
| Methylprednisolone | 67 | 60 |
| Amoxicillin | 49 | 26 |
| Meloxicam | 46 | 14 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 33 | 17 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$163 across 6 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
- 2006-07-06
- Last updated
- 2019-01-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Richo's NPI number?
- Gary Richo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578595237, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Richo's specialty?
- Gary Richo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Richo located?
- Gary Richo's practice location on file with NPPES is 2 Trap Falls Rd Ste 404, Shelton, CT 06484-7622.
- What is Gary Richo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Richo is (203) 734-7900.
- Does Gary Richo accept Medicare?
- Gary Richo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Richo's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Richo's NPI (1578595237) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.