Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. James Richards, MPT

Physical Therapist (CMS: Physical Therapist in Private Practice) · Old Forge, PA

  • NPI 1609806991
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 27 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
501 S Main St
Old Forge, PA 185181541
(570) 457-4099
fax (570) 457-7205

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
February 25, 2016
Year of graduation
1999 — 27 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
225100000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Pennsylvania #PT012798L

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609806991. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
4,316
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$100,652
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
97110 Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 3,483 162 $23
G0283 Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care 354 48 $9
97112 Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes 296 36 $28
97161 Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes 93 88 $96
97140 Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 90 15 $20

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 553. This provider delivers 7.8× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. James Richards's medical specialty?
Dr. James Richards practices Physical Therapist in Old Forge, PA.
Where does Dr. James Richards practice?
Dr. James Richards practices at 501 S Main St, Old Forge, PA 185181541. Office phone: 5704574099.
What is Dr. James Richards's NPI?
Dr. James Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609806991, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Richards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Richards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Richards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care (HCPCS G0283); Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function (HCPCS 97112). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.