Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cindy Richards, APRN
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1194768515
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
523 Esplanade St
Lafayette, LA 705083121
(337) 278-7183
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 2, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LP0808X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #AP03504
- Medicaid
- LA #2112643
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194768515. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
43
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$3,049
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 43 | 22 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 14 peers in Lafayette Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 107. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$152
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 6 | $107.98 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $28.32 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, INC. | 1 | $15.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
853
Patients
104
Total drug cost
$21,130
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alprazolam | Generic | 137 | 21 | $567 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 101 | 13 | $809 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 94 | 22 | $2,864 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 80 | 20 | $715 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 66 | 0 | $894 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 44 | 12 | $939 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 43 | 0 | $695 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 42 | 0 | $286 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 39 | 0 | $433 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl ER (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $1,496 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cindy Richards's medical specialty?
Dr. Cindy Richards practices Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Cindy Richards practice?
Dr. Cindy Richards practices at 523 Esplanade St, Lafayette, LA 705083121. Office phone: 3372787183.
What is Dr. Cindy Richards's NPI?
Dr. Cindy Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194768515, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cindy Richards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cindy Richards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cindy Richards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.