Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Thunder, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Trauma Physician · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1780602276
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9850 Genesee Avenue, Suite 210
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 535-1075
fax (858) 453-9810
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 9, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A72768
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780602276. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,328
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$268,785
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0665 |
Injection, bupivicaine, not otherwise specified, 0.5 mg | 2,520 | 93 | $0 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,573 | 201 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 692 | 427 | $137 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 294 | 141 | $73 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 223 | 173 | $97 | |
20552 |
Injection of trigger points, 1-2 muscles | 172 | 105 | $54 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 138 | 138 | $177 | |
J7324 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, orthovisc, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 137 | 44 | $126 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 125 | 116 | $46 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 83 | 78 | $47 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 263. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$206
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC. | 1 | $134.74 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $54.36 | |
| Globus Medical, Inc. | 1 | $17.30 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
495
Patients
312
Total drug cost
$5,524
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 121 | 76 | $800 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 52 | 35 | $990 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 51 | 28 | $236 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 47 | 23 | $447 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 47 | 38 | $275 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 45 | 31 | $343 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 45 | 33 | $650 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 24 | 18 | $270 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 18 | 14 | $1,205 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 18 | 16 | $234 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Thunder's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Thunder practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Thunder practice?
Dr. Richard Thunder practices at 9850 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037. Office phone: 8585351075.
What is Dr. Richard Thunder's NPI?
Dr. Richard Thunder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780602276, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Thunder accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Richard Thunder does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Thunder commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, bupivicaine, not otherwise specified, 0.5 mg (HCPCS J0665); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.