Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ralph Richter, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Hand Surgery) · East Chicago, IN
- NPI 1831294727
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4320 Fir Street
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-1215
fax (219) 392-0504
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 4, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Indiana #01040273A
- Medicaid
- IN #100147320
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831294727. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
579
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$49,627
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 135 | 50 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 127 | 95 | $83 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 110 | 110 | $103 | |
76000 |
Imaging guidance for procedure, 60 minutes or less | 86 | 70 | $40 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 46 | 30 | $48 | |
26055 |
Incision of tendon covering of finger | 46 | 24 | $186 | |
29848 |
Release of wrist ligament using an endoscope | 29 | 22 | $439 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in East Chicago Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 82. This provider delivers 7.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
361
Patients
243
Total drug cost
$2,168
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 117 | 86 | $888 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 99 | 90 | $710 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 92 | 29 | $201 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 28 | 26 | $208 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 14 | 12 | $37 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $124 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ralph Richter's medical specialty?
Dr. Ralph Richter practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in East Chicago, IN.
Where does Dr. Ralph Richter practice?
Dr. Ralph Richter practices at 4320 Fir Street, East Chicago, IN 46312. Office phone: 2193921215.
What is Dr. Ralph Richter's NPI?
Dr. Ralph Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831294727, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ralph Richter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ralph Richter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ralph Richter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.