Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Richards, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Durham, NC
- NPI 1649211475
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.6 / 100 · 2023
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4205 Ben Franklin Blvd
Durham, NC 277042143
(919) 477-6900
fax (919) 477-5081 - Mailing address
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Po Box 5105
Belfast, ME 049155100
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 8, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #200100941
- Medicaid
- NC #5903323
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649211475. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,787
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$138,588
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 565 | 247 | $121 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 428 | 238 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 387 | 227 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 374 | 225 | $8 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 279 | 205 | $9 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 245 | 179 | $13 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 194 | 194 | $122 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 193 | 193 | $17 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 184 | 153 | $16 | |
82306 |
Vitamin d-3 level | 178 | 173 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 102 peers in Durham Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 53× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$15
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tactile Systems Technology INC | 1 | $15.28 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,079
Patients
870
Total drug cost
$126,574
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 337 | 93 | $2,691 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 302 | 83 | $3,778 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 289 | 90 | $3,126 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 268 | 85 | $5,425 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 237 | 68 | $2,082 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 213 | 59 | $3,002 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 205 | 56 | $2,567 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 196 | 58 | $3,474 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 194 | 57 | $4,193 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 170 | 54 | $588 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Richards's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Richards practices Internal Medicine Physician in Durham, NC.
Where does Dr. Michael Richards practice?
Dr. Michael Richards practices at 4205 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 277042143. Office phone: 9194776900.
What is Dr. Michael Richards's NPI?
Dr. Michael Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649211475, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Richards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Richards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Richards 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); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.