Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Keating, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1215099767
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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10666 N Torrey Pines RD
La Jolla, CA 920371027
(858) 554-8819 - Mailing address
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10790 Rancho Bernardo RD
San Diego, CA 921275705
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 23, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G56710
- Medicaid
- IL #036114169
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1215099767. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,329
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$152,320
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 2,160 | 23 | $16 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 307 | 187 | $136 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 223 | 118 | $189 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 154 | 32 | $1 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 140 | 59 | $73 | |
J3489 |
Injection, zoledronic acid, 1 mg | 135 | 27 | $10 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 56 | 27 | $15 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 48 | 48 | $233 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 33 | 24 | $71 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 31 | 31 | $177 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 145. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$259
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 9 | $216.88 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $41.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
871
Patients
223
Total drug cost
$576,860
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 167 | 59 | $2,627 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 130 | 43 | $9,754 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 110 | 33 | $9,375 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 85 | 29 | $1,206 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 76 | 23 | $1,495 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 61 | 0 | $663 |
| Prolia (Denosumab) | Brand | 42 | 25 | $68,444 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 41 | 0 | $805 |
| Colchicine | Generic | 30 | 11 | $4,564 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 24 | 0 | $2,124 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Keating's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Keating practices Rheumatology Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Keating practice?
Dr. Richard Keating practices at 10666 N Torrey Pines RD, La Jolla, CA 920371027. Office phone: 8585548819.
What is Dr. Richard Keating's NPI?
Dr. Richard Keating's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215099767, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Keating accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Keating accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Keating commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.