Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Richter, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Gastroenterology Physician · Boston, MA
- NPI 1275516643
- Accepts Medicare
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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55 Fruit St, Blk 4
Boston, MA 021142696
(617) 726-0607
fax (617) 724-5997 - Mailing address
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Po Box 9142
Charlestown, MA 021299142
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 11, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #41982
- Medicaid
- MA #0141577
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275516643. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
718
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$82,492
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 197 | 126 | $103 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 149 | 146 | $6 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 98 | 82 | $152 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 57 | 57 | $268 | |
91110 |
Imaging of digestive tract done from the inside of the digestive tract | 33 | 32 | $119 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 29 | 29 | $138 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 28 | 19 | $103 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 25 | 25 | $150 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 24 | 24 | $109 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 22 | 22 | $189 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 547 peers in this city , average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 8.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
492
Patients
113
Total drug cost
$85,733
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 77 | 75 | $1,195 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 76 | 25 | $1,718 |
| Sodium Chloride (Sodium Chloride 0.45 %) | Brand | 39 | 0 | $618 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $44,275 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 35 | 13 | $462 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 28 | 0 | $620 |
| Lovastatin | Generic | 27 | 0 | $325 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 26 | 0 | $416 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 25 | 0 | $278 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 25 | 0 | $790 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Richter's medical specialty?
Dr. James Richter practices Internal Medicine Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. James Richter practice?
Dr. James Richter practices at 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 021142696. Office phone: 6177260607.
What is Dr. James Richter's NPI?
Dr. James Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275516643, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Richter accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Richter accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Richter commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.