Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Hays, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1215974316
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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3003 Paul Sweet RD
Santa Cruz, CA 950651503
(408) 354-9254 - Additional location
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1200 N Beaver St
Flagstaff, AZ 860013118
(928) 779-3366 - Additional location
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77 W Forest Ave Ste 117
Flagstaff, AZ 860011482
(928) 773-2505
fax (928) 773-2504 - Mailing address
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Po Box 33285
Los Gatos, CA 950313285
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 8, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #G55603 · Arizona #22820
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1215974316. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
64
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$8,097
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00142 |
Anesthesia for lens surgery | 28 | 28 | $119 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 13 | 13 | $31 | |
64415 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) | 12 | 12 | $71 | |
01630 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint | 11 | 11 | $318 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Santa Cruz Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 31. This provider delivers 2.1× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Hays's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Hays practices Anesthesiology Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. Richard Hays practice?
Dr. Richard Hays practices at 3003 Paul Sweet RD, Santa Cruz, CA 950651503. Office phone: 4083549254.
What is Dr. Richard Hays's NPI?
Dr. Richard Hays's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215974316, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Hays accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Hays accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Hays commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142); Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement (HCPCS 76942); Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) (HCPCS 64415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.