Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bruce Richards, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Nashville, TN
- NPI 1972548220
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
300 20Th Ave N, 7Th Floor
Nashville, TN 372032131
(615) 284-1400
fax (615) 284-4970
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 20, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #16031
- Medicaid
- TN #3016806
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972548220. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
290
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$16,697
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 137 | 128 | $68 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 61 | 61 | $47 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 55 | 51 | $66 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 19 | 18 | $10 | |
G0179 |
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a | 18 | 11 | $38 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 168 peers in this city , average services per provider: 100. This provider delivers 2.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,945
Patients
882
Total drug cost
$42,741
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 578 | 179 | $9,574 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 321 | 89 | $4,743 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 262 | 83 | $6,937 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 256 | 79 | $1,598 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 216 | 72 | $3,568 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 189 | 57 | $1,910 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 169 | 51 | $1,449 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 150 | 47 | $2,490 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 149 | 42 | $2,333 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 123 | 22 | $826 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bruce Richards's medical specialty?
Dr. Bruce Richards practices Internal Medicine Physician in Nashville, TN.
Where does Dr. Bruce Richards practice?
Dr. Bruce Richards practices at 300 20Th Ave N, Nashville, TN 372032131. Office phone: 6152841400.
What is Dr. Bruce Richards's NPI?
Dr. Bruce Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972548220, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bruce Richards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bruce Richards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bruce Richards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.