Seth Richter, M.D.
NPI 1780670323 · Gastroenterology Physician · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Seth Richter, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1780670323).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780670323
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 205269 (NY)
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
535 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 97 | $123 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 60 | $99 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 49 | $163 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 49 | $75 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 45 | $234 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of 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 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 64 | 63 |
| Omeprazole | 62 | 23 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 22 | 22 |
| Famotidine | 21 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 16 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 14 | — |
| Azathioprine | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,115 across 85 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
- 2005-09-20
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Seth Richter's NPI number?
- Seth Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780670323, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Seth Richter's specialty?
- Seth Richter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Seth Richter located?
- Seth Richter's practice location on file with NPPES is 47 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208-3412.
- What is Seth Richter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Seth Richter is (518) 262-5276.
- Does Seth Richter accept Medicare?
- Seth Richter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Seth Richter's NPI active?
- Yes — Seth Richter's NPI (1780670323) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.