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JAMES J RICHARDS
NPI 1104309418
Nurse Practitioner in La Jolla, CA

Active since September 12, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10666 N TORREY PINES RD, LA JOLLA, CA 92037(858) 554-8501(858) 554-4643 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 12, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About James J Richards NPPES

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

JAMES J RICHARDS (NPI 1104309418) is an individual nurse practitioner in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (95008509) and active in the NPI registry since September 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104309418
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363L00000X
Provider Legal NameJAMES J RICHARDS
Location Address10666 N TORREY PINES RDLa Jolla, CA 92037-1027
Mailing Address706 S Pacific StOceanside, CA 92054-3911 · (760) 622-0923
Phone(858) 554-8501
Fax(858) 554-4643
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateSeptember 12, 2018
✔ NPI 1104309418 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363L00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 95008509
Definition
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
10666 N TORREY PINES RD, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James J Richards 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 ID9436497450
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190215001702
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show James Richards reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Scripps Health
Same address
Multi-Specialty
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,598 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1275899072 (858) 554-9100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
464 services161 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
281 services117 patients
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes 99316
Nursing facility discharge management over 30 minutes is a comprehensive process where a healthcare team prepares you for leaving the facility. It involves creating a tailored plan, coordinating care, and ensuring a smooth transition to your next care setting.
78 services74 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
55 services16 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
17 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92037 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
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

MRS. SUSAN ELIZABETH MCKIM PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-8646
ROBERT R. VARNEY M.D.
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 626-7275
DR. ERMINIA M. GUARNERI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-3330
KATRINA DELEON MD
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-6158
VIRGINIA CHAN MD
Hospitalist
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-3200
NOOR QADDOUR DO
Hospitalist
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-7909
DR. DEAN J. VAYSER D.P.M.
Podiatrist
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-9300
DR. ARASH KERMANSHAHI M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
10666 N TORREY PINES RD
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-7993

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 James Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Richards is 1104309418. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 12, 2018.

Where is James Richards located?

James Richards practices at 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037. The listed phone number is (858) 554-8501.

What is James Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Is James Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for James Richards's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), James Richards reassigns Medicare benefits to Scripps Health (La Jolla, CA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for James Richards's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Richards was last updated on September 12, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.