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DR. CHRISTOPHER TRACY RICHARDSON MD
NPI 1245573575
Dermatology in Rochester, NY

Active since April 04, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.84/100
CMS Quality Rating
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX MED, ROCHESTER, NY 14642(585) 275-2222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2023, Jul 21, 2022, Mar 17, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Christopher Tracy Richardson Md NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER TRACY RICHARDSON MD (NPI 1245573575) is an individual dermatology provider in Rochester, New York, licensed in New York (287056) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Highland Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Rochester.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245573575
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER TRACY RICHARDSONCredential: MD
Location Address601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX MEDRochester, NY 14642-0001
Mailing Address601 Elmwood Ave, Box MedRochester, NY 14642-0001 · (585) 275-2222
Phone(585) 275-2222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 4, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1245573575 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 287056
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Also ListedNurse PractitionerTaxonomy 363L00000X · License 287056 (NY)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
601 ELMWOOD AVE, Rochester, NY 14642
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1400 Red Creek Dr Ste 200Rochester, NY 14623-4281 · Phone (585) 487-1400 · Fax (585) 487-1188

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

Dr. Christopher Tracy Richardson 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 ID7810268562
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170731000654
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 6

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.
87 services57 patients
Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes 99451
This service involves a consulting physician assessing your health condition via a phone or internet interaction. The doctor will spend at least 5 minutes discussing your health concerns. Afterwards, a written report summarizing the findings and recommendations will be provided for your reference.
83 services83 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
57 services14 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.
49 services44 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
22 services21 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.
22 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Highland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330164
Location1000 South AvenueRochester, NY 14617 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Strong Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330285
Location601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14642 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
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

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.

76.84/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.2
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost42.68

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.

CARIE E BRADT RPA-C
Physician Assistant
601 ELMWOOD AVE
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-6070
DR. RITA DADIZ DO
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 635
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-7787
DR. SCOTT ROSS SCHIFFMAN M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 648
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-1128
SARAH ANNE ROSSI FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 652
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 279-5100
JIMENA CUBILLOS MD
Urology (Pediatric Urology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 656
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-3342
MRS. ANNE SCHERBERGER KEEFER RN NP
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 704
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-5307
SCOTT OVERHOLT DDS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
601 ELMWOOD AVE, BOX 705
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-7978
MS. SARAH L AVERILL MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
601 ELMWOOD AVE
ROCHESTER, NY 14642
Monroe County (585) 275-2100

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 Christopher Richardson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Richardson is 1245573575. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 4, 2013.

Where is Christopher Richardson located?

Christopher Richardson practices at 601 Elmwood Ave Box Med, Rochester, NY 14642. The listed phone number is (585) 275-2222.

What is Christopher Richardson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Christopher Richardson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Richardson 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.

Is Christopher Richardson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Richardson is affiliated with Highland Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Richardson was last updated on July 7, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.