Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Johnston, MD
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1477839066
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1708 Yakima Ave, Suite 310
Tacoma, WA 984055307
(206) 953-8079 - Mailing address
-
3278 41St Ave Sw, Seattle
Seattle, WA 981163445
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 16, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD60377570
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477839066. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,438
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$156,191
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 279 | 227 | $2 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 200 | 159 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 149 | 116 | $132 | |
51798 |
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | 120 | 101 | $13 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 106 | 106 | $181 | |
84153 |
Psa (prostate specific antigen) measurement, total | 87 | 73 | $17 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 86 | 72 | $8 | |
52000 |
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | 86 | 73 | $263 | |
81001 |
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated | 43 | 43 | $3 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 37 | 37 | $123 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Tacoma Urology Physician, average services per provider: 149. This provider delivers 9.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$894
Transactions
30
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 5 | $161.14 | |
| Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC | 1 | $148.66 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 4 | $103.59 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 3 | $73.70 | |
| Myriad Genetic Laboratories, INC. | 4 | $67.80 | |
| Coloplast Corp | 1 | $64.31 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $46.84 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 2 | $43.00 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $33.36 | |
| Accord Healthcare, INC. | 1 | $32.64 | |
| Verity Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $30.58 | |
| Endo USA, INC. | 1 | $26.48 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $25.90 | |
| Telix Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $20.17 | |
| Immunitybio, INC. | 1 | $15.44 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
818
Patients
352
Total drug cost
$88,649
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 248 | 78 | $3,824 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 133 | 37 | $1,602 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 126 | 119 | $929 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 55 | 18 | $39,900 |
| Trimethoprim | Generic | 50 | 27 | $3,367 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | Generic | 49 | 13 | $1,495 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 41 | 33 | $215 |
| Bethanechol Chloride | Generic | 23 | 0 | $1,505 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 16 | 14 | $549 |
| Gemtesa (Vibegron) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $8,214 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Johnston's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Johnston practices Urology Physician in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. Richard Johnston practice?
Dr. Richard Johnston practices at 1708 Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 984055307. Office phone: 2069538079.
What is Dr. Richard Johnston's NPI?
Dr. Richard Johnston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477839066, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Johnston accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Johnston accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Johnston commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.