DAVID S RICHARDS M.D.
NPI 1427172824
Internal Medicine in Latrobe, PA

Active since March 19, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1 MELLON WAY, LATROBE, PA 15650(724) 539-3555(724) 539-1966 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

About David S Richards M.d. NPPES

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

DAVID S RICHARDS M.D. (NPI 1427172824) is an individual internal medicine provider in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD047882L) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Greensburg.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427172824
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID S RICHARDSCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 MELLON WAYLatrobe, PA 15650-1197
Mailing Address1 Mellon WayLatrobe, PA 15650-1197 · (724) 539-3555 · Fax (724) 804-1104
Fax(724) 539-1966
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 29, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 29, 2025
NPI 1427172824 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in PA · MD047882L
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.
1 MELLON WAY, Latrobe, PA 15650

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1530 South St Ste 360Greensburg, PA 15601-2775 · Phone (724) 853-1610 · Fax (724) 853-1614

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0013969330002PA

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

David S Richards M.d. 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 ID2264598051
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100916000787
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.
347 services174 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
124 services124 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.
81 services58 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
43 services43 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
43 services43 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greensburg, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390145
Location532 West Pittsburgh StreetGreensburg, PA 15601 · Westmoreland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Excela Health - Frick Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Pleasant, PA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390217
Location508 South Church StreetMount Pleasant, PA 15666 · Westmoreland County
Emergency services

Excela Health Latrobe Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Latrobe, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390219
LocationOne Mellon WayLatrobe, PA 15650 · Westmoreland County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15650 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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 10

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers21 claims65 services$6.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers18 claims18 services$31.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
1 supplier12 claims72 services$13.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$48.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers13 claims13 services$15.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers28 claims146 services$1.68 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.

Family Medicine
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650
Social Worker (Clinical)
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650
Registered Nurse (Critical Care Medicine)
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650
Counselor (Professional)
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650
Family Medicine
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650
Family Medicine
1 MELLON WAY
LATROBE, PA 15650

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 David Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Richards is 1427172824. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2007.

Where is David Richards located?

David Richards practices at 1 Mellon Way, Latrobe, PA 15650. The listed phone number is (724) 539-3555.

What is David Richards's specialty?

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

Is David Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David 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 David Richards accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list David 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 David Richards affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Richards is affiliated with Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital, Excela Health - Frick Hospital and Excela Health Latrobe Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Richards was last updated on January 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 months 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.