Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Chou, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Rheumatology Physician · Springfield, MA
- NPI 1811915911
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.8 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
759 Chestnut St
Springfield, MA 011071619
(413) 370-7889
fax (413) 794-9991 - Mailing address
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280 Chestnut St Fl 2
Springfield, MA 011991001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 27, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Massachusetts #229396 · New York #297625
- Medicaid
- NY #05501735
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1811915911. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,246
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$124,873
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 820 | 375 | $85 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 200 | 164 | $129 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 58 | 35 | $95 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 55 | 54 | $188 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 53 | 52 | $88 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 34 | 34 | $141 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 14 | 13 | $122 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 12 | 11 | $173 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Springfield Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 210. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
918
Patients
183
Total drug cost
$2,670,649
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 192 | 60 | $3,675 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 174 | 49 | $5,203 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 125 | 21 | $989,893 |
| Xeljanz (Tofacitinib Citrate) | Brand | 86 | 16 | $517,958 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 85 | 25 | $5,709 |
| Benlysta (Belimumab) | Brand | 46 | 0 | $237,900 |
| Rinvoq (Upadacitinib) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $227,055 |
| Orencia Clickject (Abatacept) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $160,776 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 26 | 12 | $172 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 24 | 0 | $1,890 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Chou's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Chou practices Rheumatology Physician in Springfield, MA.
Where does Dr. Richard Chou practice?
Dr. Richard Chou practices at 759 Chestnut St, Springfield, MA 011071619. Office phone: 4133707889.
What is Dr. Richard Chou's NPI?
Dr. Richard Chou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811915911, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Chou accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Chou accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Chou commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.