Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Richards, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1770719064
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 770304009
(713) 792-6161 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4439
Houston, TX 772104439
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 3, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #N2756 · Michigan #4301109025
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770719064. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
628
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$62,103
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 111 | 90 | $98 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 95 | 78 | $66 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 69 | 68 | $129 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 64 | 59 | $67 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 56 | 56 | $101 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 40 | 33 | $79 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 35 | 21 | $101 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 29 | 29 | $238 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 28 | 14 | $151 | |
91110 |
Imaging of digestive tract done from the inside of the digestive tract | 21 | 19 | $102 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 86 peers in Houston Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 77. This provider delivers 8.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$218
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conmed Corporation | 7 | $217.51 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
154
Patients
59
Total drug cost
$2,094
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 92 | 32 | $943 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 51 | 27 | $715 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 11 | 0 | $436 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Richards's medical specialty?
Dr. David Richards practices Gastroenterology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. David Richards practice?
Dr. David Richards practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 770304009. Office phone: 7137926161.
What is Dr. David Richards's NPI?
Dr. David Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770719064, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Richards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Richards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Richards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.