Robert Richards, M.D.
NPI 1821063884 · Gastroenterology Physician · Lynchburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Richards, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Lynchburg, VA (NPI 1821063884).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821063884
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101039899 (VA)
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
1,166 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 350 | $463 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 133 | $346 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 127 | $261 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 98 | $93 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 60 | $267 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 312 | 110 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 168 | 63 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 58 | 57 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 41 | 39 |
| Famotidine | 36 | 13 |
| Mesalamine | 31 | — |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 27 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$501 across 31 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
- 2006-02-22
- Last updated
- 2010-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Richards's NPI number?
- Robert Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821063884, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Richards's specialty?
- Robert Richards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Richards located?
- Robert Richards's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 Nationwide Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502-4272.
- What is Robert Richards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Richards is (434) 384-1862.
- Does Robert Richards accept Medicare?
- Robert Richards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Richards's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Richards's NPI (1821063884) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.