Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Shand, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · La Junta, CO
- NPI 1497804520
- Accepts Medicare
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
111 W 2Nd St
La Junta, CO 810501508
(719) 384-2771
fax (719) 384-2077
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Colorado #20661
- Medicaid
- CO #01206614
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497804520. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
620
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$52,887
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 246 | 122 | $129 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 68 | 46 | $5 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 55 | 39 | $91 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 40 | 18 | $24 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 34 | 28 | $3 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 34 | 34 | $117 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 28 | 26 | $181 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 28 | 21 | $99 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 26 | 22 | $14 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 24 | 22 | $21 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in La Junta Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 51. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,504
Patients
697
Total drug cost
$44,912
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 631 | 121 | $6,921 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 475 | 92 | $6,842 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 333 | 68 | $4,049 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 258 | 48 | $1,543 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 255 | 53 | $2,577 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 231 | 42 | $8,714 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 225 | 43 | $3,770 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 180 | 32 | $2,622 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 159 | 35 | $935 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 157 | 33 | $1,702 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Shand's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Shand practices Internal Medicine Physician in La Junta, CO.
Where does Dr. Richard Shand practice?
Dr. Richard Shand practices at 111 W 2Nd St, La Junta, CO 810501508. Office phone: 7193842771.
What is Dr. Richard Shand's NPI?
Dr. Richard Shand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497804520, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Shand accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Shand accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Shand commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.