James Richter, MD
NPI 1821202821 · Gastroenterology Physician · West Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Richter, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in West Columbia, SC (NPI 1821202821).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821202821
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33417 (SC)
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
19 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
3,921 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 903 | $32 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 500 | $74 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 356 | $233 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 312 | $106 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 263 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 224 | 96 |
| Omeprazole | 202 | 88 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 169 | 163 |
| Famotidine | 163 | 59 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 84 | 41 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 80 | 77 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,148 across 75 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
- 2007-05-09
- Last updated
- 2013-05-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Richter's NPI number?
- James Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821202821, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Richter's specialty?
- James Richter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Richter located?
- James Richter's practice location on file with NPPES is 131 Summerplace Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169.
- What is James Richter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Richter is (803) 794-4585.
- Does James Richter accept Medicare?
- James Richter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Richter's NPI active?
- Yes — James Richter's NPI (1821202821) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-05-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.