Richard Hammond, MD
NPI 1699773085 · Dermatology Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Hammond, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1699773085).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699773085
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A22956 (CA)
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
3,879 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,734 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 433 | $97 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 426 | $65 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 389 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 116 | $61 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluocinonide | 33 | 15 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 33 | 21 |
| Ketoconazole | 28 | — |
| Minoxidil | 26 | — |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 18 | 13 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 15 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 13 | — |
| Brodalumabbrand: Siliq | 12 |
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
- 2005-07-11
- Last updated
- 2007-10-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Hammond's NPI number?
- Richard Hammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699773085, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Hammond's specialty?
- Richard Hammond is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Hammond located?
- Richard Hammond's practice location on file with NPPES is 334 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111-2475.
- What is Richard Hammond's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Hammond is (805) 964-1514.
- Does Richard Hammond accept Medicare?
- Richard Hammond is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Hammond's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Hammond's NPI (1699773085) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.