Richard Lafayette, M.D.
NPI 1922141951 · Nephrology Physician · Stanford, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Lafayette, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Stanford, CA (NPI 1922141951).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922141951
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G62856 (CA)
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 tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
692 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 132 | $89 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 112 | $338 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 100 | $110 |
| Dialysis Procedure Including 1 Evaluation90945 | 76 | $99 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 73 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 143 | 32 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 95 | 23 |
| Losartan Potassium | 75 | 14 |
| Prednisone | 47 | — |
| Carvedilol | 44 | — |
| Lisinopril | 42 | 12 |
| Tacrolimus | 35 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$163,484 across 88 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- Stanford Hospital Clinics 300 Pasteur DriveStanford, CA 94305Phone: (650) 723-6961Fax: (650) 725-8418
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-15
- Last updated
- 2024-04-19
- Certified
- 2024-04-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Lafayette's NPI number?
- Richard Lafayette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922141951, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Lafayette's specialty?
- Richard Lafayette is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Lafayette located?
- Richard Lafayette's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305-2200.
- What is Richard Lafayette's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Lafayette is (650) 723-4000.
- Does Richard Lafayette accept Medicare?
- Richard Lafayette is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Lafayette's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Lafayette's NPI (1922141951) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.