Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Nickowitz, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Pasadena, CA
- NPI 1083686893
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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50 Alessandro Pl, Suite 410
Pasadena, CA 911053149
(626) 793-7114
fax (626) 793-7679 - Mailing address
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50 Alessandro Place, Suite 410
Pasadena, CA 911053149
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 14, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G075648
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1083686893. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,511
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$156,985
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 423 | 42 | $51 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 249 | 42 | $67 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 143 | 89 | $83 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 116 | 99 | $139 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 101 | 101 | $180 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 92 | 92 | $182 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 87 | 87 | $175 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 59 | 58 | $96 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 50 | 50 | $264 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 49 | 49 | $192 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Pasadena Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$844
Transactions
38
Manufacturers
9
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 22 | $437.59 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 7 | $213.71 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 2 | $45.99 | |
| Celltrion USA INC. | 2 | $39.68 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products INC. | 1 | $30.56 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $21.85 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 1 | $20.80 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $17.80 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $16.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
255
Patients
41
Total drug cost
$93,566
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 92 | 29 | $1,532 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 35 | 12 | $350 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 29 | 0 | $543 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $21,313 |
| Lubiprostone | Generic | 18 | 0 | $7,117 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $48,002 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 15 | 0 | $3,543 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 11 | 0 | $2,305 |
| Viberzi (Eluxadoline) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $8,863 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Nickowitz's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Nickowitz practices Gastroenterology Physician in Pasadena, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Nickowitz practice?
Dr. Richard Nickowitz practices at 50 Alessandro Pl, Pasadena, CA 911053149. Office phone: 6267937114.
What is Dr. Richard Nickowitz's NPI?
Dr. Richard Nickowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083686893, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Nickowitz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Nickowitz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Nickowitz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month (HCPCS 99439); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.