Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Huffard, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Santa Barbara, CA
- NPI 1578662003
- Accepts Medicare
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
319 N Milpas St
Santa Barbara, CA 931033262
(805) 965-3011
fax (805) 965-3441
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 12, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G47299
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1578662003. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
199
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$23,324
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 105 | 77 | $137 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 39 | 39 | $118 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 19 | 19 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 19 | 16 | $97 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 17 | 17 | $138 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 43 peers in Santa Barbara Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 271. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
86
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$11,803
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | Generic | 22 | 0 | $370 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 19 | 0 | $281 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $333 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 14 | 0 | $402 |
| Bydureon Bcise (Exenatide Microspheres) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $10,416 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Huffard's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Huffard practices Internal Medicine Physician in Santa Barbara, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Huffard practice?
Dr. Richard Huffard practices at 319 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara, CA 931033262. Office phone: 8059653011.
What is Dr. Richard Huffard's NPI?
Dr. Richard Huffard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578662003, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Huffard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Huffard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Huffard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.