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DR. SARAH MARIE RICHARDS D.O.
NPI 1144630831
Internal Medicine in Tucson, AZ

Active since May 02, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD, TUCSON, AZ 85715(520) 318-3434(520) 318-3435 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Sarah Marie Richards D.o. NPPES

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

DR. SARAH MARIE RICHARDS D.O. (NPI 1144630831) is an individual internal medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (007102) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144630831
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SARAH MARIE RICHARDSCredential: D.O.
Location Address7383 E TANQUE VERDE RDTucson, AZ 85715-3475
Mailing AddressPo Box 43130Tucson, AZ 85733-3130 · (520) 318-3434 · Fax (520) 318-3435
Phone(520) 318-3434
Fax(520) 318-3435
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMay 2, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 25, 2021
NPPES CertifiedAugust 25, 2021
✔ NPI 1144630831 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 007102
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD, Tucson, AZ 85715
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Sarah Marie Richards D.o. 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 ID9234409574
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170719003753
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Sarah Richards reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Arizona Inpatient Medicine Associates LLC
Same address
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
Tucson, AZ 85715
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 111 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1083647754 (520) 318-3434
Cogent Healthcare Of Arizona PC
60 mi
Internal Medicine
5700 E HIGHWAY 90
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 372 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568758266 (520) 417-4594

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 hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
482 services174 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
95 services94 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
59 services59 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
20 services16 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85715 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers49 claims49 services$14.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers46 claims46 services$67.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
3 suppliers18 claims18 services$15.17 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.

PIOTR WOLCZYNSKI MD
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434
DR. ROBERT BETANCOURT M.D.
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434
ARIZONA INPATIENT MEDICINE ASSOCIATES LLC
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434
DR. MICHAEL E. ALLOWAY DO
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434
FARRAH JALALI PARKER DO
Family Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434
DR. RURU IDAHOSA DO
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434
KSHIPRA A. JOSHI D.O
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434
STEPHANIE ANNE SANDOVAL DO
Internal Medicine
7383 E TANQUE VERDE RD
TUCSON, AZ 85715
Pima County (520) 318-3434

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 Sarah Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Richards is 1144630831. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2014.

Where is Sarah Richards located?

Sarah Richards practices at 7383 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85715. The listed phone number is (520) 318-3434.

What is Sarah Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Sarah Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarah 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 organizations bill Medicare for Sarah Richards's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sarah Richards reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Arizona Inpatient Medicine Associates LLC (Tucson, AZ) and Cogent Healthcare Of Arizona PC (Sierra Vista, AZ). Each 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 Sarah Richards's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sarah Richards accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. list Sarah 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 Sarah Richards was last updated on August 25, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.