Michael Richards, M.D.
NPI 1649211475 · Internal Medicine Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Richards, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1649211475).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649211475
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200100941 (NC)
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
4,363 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 | 542 | $119 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 472 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 429 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 418 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 350 | $13 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 345 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 141 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 330 | 100 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 318 | 91 |
| Omeprazole | 295 | 89 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 267 | 86 |
| Losartan Potassium | 208 | 60 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 207 | 51 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-10
- Last updated
- 2022-11-08
- Certified
- 2022-11-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Richards's NPI number?
- Michael Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649211475, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Richards's specialty?
- Michael Richards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Richards located?
- Michael Richards's practice location on file with NPPES is 4205 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 27704-2143.
- What is Michael Richards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Richards is (919) 477-6900.
- Does Michael Richards accept Medicare?
- Michael Richards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Richards's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Richards's NPI (1649211475) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.