DR. LANCE CHRISTOPHER RICHARDS DO
NPI 1396908901
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Fort Collins, CO

Q: What is Lance Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lance Richards is 1396908901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2008.

Q: What is Lance Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lance Richards was last updated on December 26, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since July 03, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

97.58/100

CMS Quality Rating

2121 E HARMONY RD, SUITE 100, FORT COLLINS, CO 80528(970) 221-1000(970) 297-6844 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 26, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

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About Dr. Lance Christopher Richards Do NPPES

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

DR. LANCE CHRISTOPHER RICHARDS DO (NPI 1396908901) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Fort Collins, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0054152) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Regional West Medical Center, and is a graduate of Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396908901

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LANCE CHRISTOPHER RICHARDSCredential: DO

Location Address2121 E HARMONY RD, SUITE 100Fort Collins, CO 80528-3400

Mailing Address2121 E Harmony Rd, Suite 100Fort Collins, CO 80528-3400 · (970) 221-1000 · Fax (970) 297-6844

Phone(970) 221-1000

Fax(970) 297-6844

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateJuly 3, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 26, 2014

✔ NPI 1396908901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in CO · DR.0054152✔ Licensed in NE · 1186

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 5101017685 (MI), DR.0054152 (CO), 1186 (NE)

2121 E HARMONY RD, Fort Collins, CO 80528

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN361702YLB8CO

Medicaid10037063CO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Medica and more.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. Lance Christopher Richards Do 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 ID9830333467

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140725000327, I20140908000773, I20141118002059

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 45

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.

Anticoagulant management of patient taking warfarin 93793

Anticoagulant management with warfarin involves monitoring and adjusting your medication to prevent blood clots while minimizing the risk of bleeding. Regular blood tests measure your response to warfarin, helping adjust your dose if necessary. It's crucial to maintain a consistent diet and promptly report any changes in your health.

930 services651 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.

685 services530 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

305 services305 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

241 services160 patients

Evaluation of implantable heart and blood vessel monitoring system, remote up to 30 days 93297

This service involves remotely monitoring your heart and blood vessel implant system for up to 30 days. Using advanced technology, healthcare professionals can track the device's performance and your health status, ensuring the system is working optimally for your needs.

238 services48 patients

Interrogation device evaluation(s), (remote) up to 30 days; implantable cardiovascular physiologic monitor system, implantable loop recorder system, or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote data acquisition(s), receipt of transmissions and tec G2066

This procedure involves the remote monitoring of an implanted device in your heart for up to 30 days. The device collects data about your heart's function which is transmitted and analyzed. The goal is to track your heart's rhythm and identify any abnormalities.

238 services48 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

227 services224 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325

An ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It shows the structure, movement, and blood flow within your heart. This helps assess the heart's health and function, including the valves and rate.

116 services114 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

113 services67 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

104 services104 patients

Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg J2785

Regadenoson injection, 0.1 mg, is a medication used to help visualize the heart during a stress test. It works by increasing blood flow in the arteries of the heart. It's injected into a vein and is generally well-tolerated.

104 services26 patients

Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers, follow-up 93321

This procedure, an echocardiogram, uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It aids in assessing your heart's blood flow, chambers, and valves. It's a follow-up procedure, ensuring that your heart is functioning properly post-treatment.

103 services102 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880

An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.

98 services98 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.

87 services87 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.

82 services82 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.

74 services74 patients

Ultrasound of heart, follow-up 93308

A follow-up ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It helps doctors monitor your heart's function and structures after initial assessment or treatment.

68 services66 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880

67 services67 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

66 services66 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

64 services64 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 99214

63 services54 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

60 services60 patients

Remote monitoring of pulmonary artery pressure sensor, up to 30 days 93264

Remote monitoring of pulmonary artery pressure is a procedure where a sensor, placed in your lung artery, transmits data about your heart's function for up to 30 days. This helps doctors monitor your heart health remotely, ensuring timely intervention if needed.

53 services12 patients

Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose A9500

Technetium Tc-99m Sestamibi is a diagnostic test used to create images of your heart or breast tissues. It involves a safe radioactive substance injection that helps doctors to detect any abnormalities or changes in these tissues.

52 services30 patients

Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312

This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.

47 services47 patients

Heart rhythm recording of continous external ekg over 8-15 days 93246

A heart rhythm recording is a non-invasive procedure where a small device, attached externally, monitors your heart's electrical activity for 8-15 days. It helps detect irregular heart rhythms, assess heart rate, and guide treatment decisions. It's safe, painless, and can be done during normal daily activities.

45 services45 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) 93017

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with an ECG checks how your heart responds to stress. You'll either exercise on a treadmill or be given medication to stress your heart. An ECG then captures your heart's activity, helping detect any issues.

30 services30 patients

Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts 93925

An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses high-frequency sound waves to capture live images from inside your body, specifically your leg arteries or grafts. This helps in detecting any blockages or abnormalities.

29 services29 patients

External shock to heart to regulate heart beat 92960

This procedure, known as cardioversion, uses an external electrical shock to restore your heart's normal rhythm. It's typically performed when irregular heartbeats, or arrhythmias, are causing severe symptoms and aren't responding to medications.

28 services26 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 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.

28 services23 patients

Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers, follow-up 93321

26 services26 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate and valve function 93325

26 services26 patients

Ultrasound of heart during rest, exercise and/or drug-induced stress with report 93350

This procedure involves using ultrasound imaging to view your heart at rest, during exercise, and/or under drug-induced stress. It helps assess how well your heart responds to exertion. A report of the findings is provided after the test.

23 services23 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 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.

23 services23 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 99215

19 services15 patients

Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts 93925

16 services16 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes 99204

16 services16 patients

Ultrasound of heart during rest, exercise and/or drug-induced stress with report 93350

15 services15 patients

Ultrasound of one leg arteries or artery grafts 93926

An ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts is a non-invasive test using sound waves to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors assess blood flow, identify blockages, and monitor the health of grafts.

15 services15 patients

Complete ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis artery and vein blood flow 93975

This procedure uses sound waves to create images of your abdomen and pelvis, specifically focusing on the arteries and veins. It helps in assessing the blood flow and detecting any abnormalities, ensuring your overall well-being.

15 services15 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing 93005

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, painless test that records the heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your skin, it generates a tracing of your heart rhythm. It helps detect any heart problems by showing the timing and strength of electrical signals passing through each part of your heart.

14 services14 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

13 services13 patients

Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers 93320

An ultrasound of your heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of your heart. It helps doctors check the health of your heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow.

12 services12 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

11 services11 patients

Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries 93922

An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Regional West Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Scottsbluff, NE

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number280061

Location4021 Ave BScottsbluff, NE 69361 · Scott Bluff County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80528 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

$132.55 typical visit price

range $58.06 – $174.82

Typical copayment $33.13 (range $14.51 – $43.70)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

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.

97.58/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

86.53

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

MR. THOMAS S GOOD N.P.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

2121 E HARMONY RD, UNIT 100
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 221-1000

HEART & VASCULAR CLINIC OF NORTHERN COLORADO, P.C.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

2121 E HARMONY RD, UNIT 200
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 221-1000

NORTHERN COLORADO PULMONARY CONSUTLANTS, PC

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

2121 E HARMONY RD, STE 300
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 224-9102

MICHAEL SAMIR THAKOR MD

Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)

2121 E HARMONY RD, STE 361
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 267-9799

ADVANCED NEUROLOGY OF COLORADO, LLC

Specialist

2121 E HARMONY RD, SUITE 180
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 226-6111

TAMARA A MILLER M.D.

Specialist

2121 E HARMONY RD, SUITE 180
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 226-6111

JERRY D NASH M.D.

Specialist

2121 E HARMONY RD, SUITE 180
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 226-6111

DR. MENG L LIM M.D.

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

2121 E HARMONY RD, STE 160
FORT COLLINS, CO 80528

Larimer County (970) 679-8900

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 Lance Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lance Richards is 1396908901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 3, 2008.

Where is Lance Richards located?

Lance Richards practices at 2121 E Harmony Rd Suite 100, Fort Collins, CO 80528. The listed phone number is (970) 221-1000.

What is Lance Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Lance Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lance 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.

What insurance does Lance Richards accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Medica, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Lance 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.

Is Lance Richards affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lance Richards is affiliated with Regional West Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lance Richards was last updated on December 26, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.