RICHARD MICHAEL ACKERSON MD
NPI 1104091438
Orthopaedic Surgery in Fruita, CO

Active since April 28, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
300 W OTTLEY AVE, FRUITA, CO 81521(970) 858-2705(970) 858-9961 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 23, 2020, Nov 19, 2020, Sep 15, 2020 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2015).

About Richard Michael Ackerson Md NPPES

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

RICHARD MICHAEL ACKERSON MD (NPI 1104091438) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Fruita, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0048512) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104091438
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD MICHAEL ACKERSONCredential: MD
Location Address300 W OTTLEY AVEFruita, CO 81521-2118
Mailing AddressPo Box 130Fruita, CO 81521-0130 · (970) 858-2186 · Fax (970) 858-2208
Fax(970) 858-9961
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 11, 2023
NPI 1104091438 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License Licensed in CO · DR.0048512
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryTaxonomy 207XS0106X · License DR.0048512 (CO)
300 W OTTLEY AVE, Fruita, CO 81521

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Richard Michael Ackerson Md 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 ID4082854559
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141020000845
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 4

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 moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
49 services42 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
27 services16 patients
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.
25 services23 patients
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views 73140
An X-ray of the finger involves capturing images of your finger from at least two different angles. This non-invasive procedure helps in visualizing the bones and joints, aiding in the diagnosis of fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Minimal discomfort may be experienced.
18 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 81521 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Wrist hand orthosis, wrist extension control cock-up, non molded, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3908
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier15 claims15 services$33.40 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Family Medicine
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521
Anesthesiology
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521
Emergency Medicine
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521
Family Medicine
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521
Speech-Language Pathologist
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521
Emergency Medicine
300 W OTTLEY AVE
FRUITA, CO 81521

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 Richard Ackerson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Ackerson is 1104091438. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2008.

Where is Richard Ackerson located?

Richard Ackerson practices at 300 W Ottley Ave, Fruita, CO 81521. The listed phone number is (970) 858-2705.

What is Richard Ackerson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Richard Ackerson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Ackerson 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Ackerson was last updated on September 11, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years 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.