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Dr. Kathryn Richards, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (CMS: Hospice/Palliative Care) · Internal Medicine Physician · Independence, OH
- NPI 1649598061
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Center for Connected Care, 6801 Brecksville RD, Suite 10/Rk30
Independence, OH 44131
(216) 445-0624
fax (216) 444-9464
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 20, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0002X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #35.125736
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649598061. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
597
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$58,493
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 196 | 95 | $115 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 172 | 91 | $76 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 107 | 89 | $73 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 80 | 79 | $126 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 21 | 21 | $168 | |
99498 |
Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes | 21 | 20 | $69 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Independence Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician, average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kathryn Richards's medical specialty?
Dr. Kathryn Richards practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician in Independence, OH.
Where does Dr. Kathryn Richards practice?
Dr. Kathryn Richards practices at Center for Connected Care, Independence, OH 44131. Office phone: 2164450624.
What is Dr. Kathryn Richards's NPI?
Dr. Kathryn Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649598061, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kathryn Richards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kathryn Richards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kathryn Richards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Advance care planning (HCPCS 99497). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.