Richard Schaefer, M.D.
NPI 1831247956 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Schaefer, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1831247956).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831247956
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 018417 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
442 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $94 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 75 | $85 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 54 | $60 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 35 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-08
- Last updated
- 2017-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Schaefer's NPI number?
- Richard Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831247956, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Schaefer's specialty?
- Richard Schaefer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Schaefer located?
- Richard Schaefer's practice location on file with NPPES is Orthopaedic Service, Washington, DC 20307-0001.
- What is Richard Schaefer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Schaefer is (202) 782-3052.
- Does Richard Schaefer accept Medicare?
- Richard Schaefer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Schaefer's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Schaefer's NPI (1831247956) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.