DR. GRETCHEN D RICKARDS MD
NPI 1356549703
Internal Medicine in Wilmington, DE

Active since July 06, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
501 W 14TH ST, WILMINGTON HOSPITAL HEALTH CENTER, WILMINGTON, DE 19801(302) 320-4410(302) 320-4667 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 20, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Gretchen D Rickards Md NPPES

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

DR. GRETCHEN D RICKARDS MD (NPI 1356549703) is an individual internal medicine provider in Wilmington, Delaware, licensed in Delaware (C1-0009941) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356549703
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GRETCHEN D RICKARDSCredential: MD
Location Address501 W 14TH ST, WILMINGTON HOSPITAL HEALTH CENTERWilmington, DE 19801-1013
Mailing Address200 Hygeia Dr, Suite 2300Newark, DE 19713-2049 · (808) 433-2188
Fax(302) 320-4667
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 20, 2017
NPI 1356549703 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses Licensed in DE · C1-0009941 Licensed in HI · MD-15212
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.

501 W 14TH ST, Wilmington, DE 19801

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINVAD000HI

Accepted Insurance

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

Dr. Gretchen D Rickards 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 ID5496992463
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170323000919
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 2

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.
30 services30 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.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19801 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
$131.15 typical visit price
range $57.12 – $173.08
Typical copayment $32.78 (range $14.28 – $43.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.68 typical visit price
range $18.36 – $141.05
Typical copayment $25.17 (range $4.59 – $35.26)
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.

Rehabilitation Unit
501 W 14TH ST
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Internal Medicine
501 W 14TH ST, ROOM 5236
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
501 W 14TH ST, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
501 W 14TH ST
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Nurse Practitioner
501 W 14TH ST
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Internal Medicine
501 W 14TH ST, WILMINGTON HOSPITAL - ADULT MEDICINE OFFICE
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
501 W 14TH ST, WILMINGTON HOSPITAL RM 2244
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
501 W 14TH ST
WILMINGTON, DE 19801

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 Gretchen Rickards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gretchen Rickards is 1356549703. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2007.

Where is Gretchen Rickards located?

Gretchen Rickards practices at 501 W 14th St Wilmington Hospital Health Center, Wilmington, DE 19801. The listed phone number is (302) 320-4410.

What is Gretchen Rickards's specialty?

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

Is Gretchen Rickards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gretchen Rickards 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 Gretchen Rickards accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Gretchen Rickards 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 Gretchen Rickards was last updated on February 20, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.