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KATHLEEN RICHARDS DPM
NPI 1073500237
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Fountain Hills, AZ

Active since October 03, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
11046 N SAGUARO BLVD, STE 2, FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ 85268(480) 837-2240(480) 836-8566 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 13, 2026, Nov 11, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Kathleen Richards Dpm NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

KATHLEEN RICHARDS DPM (NPI 1073500237) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in Fountain Hills, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (POD-000392) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Kent State University College Of Podiatric Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073500237
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X
Provider Legal NameKATHLEEN RICHARDSCredential: DPM
Location Address11046 N SAGUARO BLVD, STE 2Fountain Hills, AZ 85268-5537
Mailing Address11046 N Saguaro Blvd, Ste 2Fountain Hills, AZ 85268-5537 · (480) 837-2240 · Fax (480) 836-8566
Phone(480) 837-2240
Fax(480) 836-8566
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSKent State University College Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateOctober 3, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1073500237 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213ES0103X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · POD-000392
Also ListedPodiatristTaxonomy 213E00000X · License 392 (AZ)
11046 N SAGUARO BLVD, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
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Other Identifiers 3

Other2Z0413AZ · Health Net
Medicaid001233945AZ
OtherAZ0193680AZ · Bcbs

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kathleen Richards Dpm is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3072531573
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051103000266
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
337 services138 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
173 services76 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
160 services77 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
108 services62 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
62 services62 patients
Simple or single drainage of skin abscess 10060
A simple or single drainage of skin abscess is a procedure to remove pus from a skin infection. A small cut is made on the abscess, the pus is drained out, and the area is cleaned. This helps to reduce pain, speed up recovery, and prevent the spread of infection.
56 services34 patients

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MICHAEL J SEKOSKY DPM
Podiatrist
11046 N SAGUARO BLVD, SUITE 2
FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ 85268
Maricopa County (480) 837-2240
MICHAEL J SEKOSKY
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
11046 N SAGUARO BLVD, SUITE 2
FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ 85268
Maricopa County (602) 957-8726

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Kathleen Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kathleen Richards is 1073500237. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 3, 2005.

Where is Kathleen Richards located?

Kathleen Richards practices at 11046 N Saguaro Blvd Ste 2, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. The listed phone number is (480) 837-2240.

What is Kathleen Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Is Kathleen Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kathleen Richards is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Kathleen Richards accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Antidote Health Plan of Arizona, Inc., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and 1 other insurer list Kathleen Richards as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kathleen Richards was last updated on January 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.