James Richey, M.D.
NPI 1649243767 · Urology Physician · Alexandria, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Richey, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Alexandria, LA (NPI 1649243767).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649243767
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L022921 (LA)
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
2,506 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 920 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 505 | $79 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 258 | $109 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 214 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 168 | $12 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 108 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 949 | 258 |
| Finasteride | 666 | 191 |
| Cephalexin | 282 | 119 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 271 | 63 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystalbrand: Nitrofurantoin | 249 | 98 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 226 | 152 |
| Dutasteride | 174 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$732 across 40 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
- 2006-02-09
- Last updated
- 2007-11-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Richey's NPI number?
- James Richey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649243767, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Richey's specialty?
- James Richey is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Richey located?
- James Richey's practice location on file with NPPES is 301 4th St, Alexandria, LA 71301-8423.
- What is James Richey's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Richey is (318) 473-2169.
- Does James Richey accept Medicare?
- James Richey is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Richey's NPI active?
- Yes — James Richey's NPI (1649243767) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-11-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.