Richard Wachs, M.D.
NPI 1619922622 · Allergy Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Allergy/Immunology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Wachs, M.D. is a Allergy Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1619922622).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619922622
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Allergy PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA075145 (NJ)
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
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
15,223 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 4,798 | $3 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 4,585 | $13 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 2,255 | $11 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 1,390 | $7 |
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 962 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 429 | $13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 104 | 30 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 103 | 39 |
| Tiotropium Bromidebrand: Spiriva Respimat | 70 | 11 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 61 | 34 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 54 | 32 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 49 | 15 |
| Fluticasone Furoatebrand: Arnuity Ellipta |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,338 across 54 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
- 2006-05-24
- Last updated
- 2017-06-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Wachs's NPI number?
- Richard Wachs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619922622, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Wachs's specialty?
- Richard Wachs is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Allergy Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Wachs located?
- Richard Wachs's practice location on file with NPPES is 4901 Lang Ave Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-4495.
- What is Richard Wachs's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Wachs is (505) 883-2574.
- Does Richard Wachs accept Medicare?
- Richard Wachs is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Wachs's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Wachs's NPI (1619922622) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-06-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.