Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Richards, M.D.
Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Fredericksburg, VA
- NPI 1952734311
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3310 Fall Hill Ave
Fredericksburg, VA 224013000
(540) 372-4221 - Mailing address
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1340 Central Park Blvd Ste 100
Fredericksburg, VA 224014940
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 6, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XX0005X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101266862
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952734311. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
587
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$40,261
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J2795 |
Injection, ropivacaine hydrochloride, 1 mg | 260 | 26 | $0 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 90 | 65 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 56 | 36 | $87 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 44 | 31 | $63 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 32 | 25 | $8 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 18 | 11 | $47 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 18 | 18 | $77 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 17 | 17 | $127 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 16 | 16 | $104 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 14 | 14 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 177. This provider delivers 3.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
29
Patients
14
Total drug cost
$418
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 29 | 14 | $418 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Richards's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Richards practices Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician in Fredericksburg, VA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Richards practice?
Dr. Christopher Richards practices at 3310 Fall Hill Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 224013000. Office phone: 5403724221.
What is Dr. Christopher Richards's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952734311, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Richards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Richards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Richards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, ropivacaine hydrochloride, 1 mg (HCPCS J2795); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.