James Richards, M.D.
NPI 1831181205 · Family Medicine Physician · Cookeville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Richards, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Cookeville, TN (NPI 1831181205).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831181205
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD020946 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
527 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 181 | $68 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 152 | $99 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 125 | $168 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 27 | $70 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 21 | $69 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 133 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 664 | 65 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 489 | 55 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 450 | 65 |
| Furosemide | 342 | 65 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 304 | 81 |
| Famotidine | 212 | 53 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 174 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-22
- Last updated
- 2011-07-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Richards's NPI number?
- James Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831181205, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Richards's specialty?
- James Richards is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Richards located?
- James Richards's practice location on file with NPPES is 3830 Mirandy Rd, Cookeville, TN 38506-8646.
- What is James Richards's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Richards is (931) 239-0284.
- Does James Richards accept Medicare?
- James Richards is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Richards's NPI active?
- Yes — James Richards's NPI (1831181205) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-07-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.