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RICHARD I TORBAN MD
NPI 1477563575
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Palm Desert, CA

Active since August 09, 2006PECOS Enrolled
73255 EL PASEO STE 11, PALM DESERT, CA 92260(760) 341-8878(760) 341-8820 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 10, 2024, Nov 20, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Richard I Torban Md NPPES

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

RICHARD I TORBAN MD (NPI 1477563575) is an individual psychiatry provider in Palm Desert, California, licensed in California (G62505) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477563575
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD I TORBANCredential: MD
Location Address73255 EL PASEO STE 11Palm Desert, CA 92260-4249
Mailing Address44530 San Pablo Ave Ste 201Palm Desert, CA 92260-3598 · (760) 341-8878 · Fax (760) 341-8820
Phone(760) 341-8878
Fax(760) 341-8820
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateAugust 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2024
✔ NPI 1477563575 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G62505
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
73255 EL PASEO STE 11, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Richard I Torban Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4385531409
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040331001616
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 Richard Torban reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Richard I Torban A Professional Corporation
0.5 mi
Multi-Specialty
44530 SAN PABLO AVE, STE 201
Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376556027 (760) 341-8878
State Of California - Department Of Developmental Services
7.5 mi
Intermediate Care Facility, Intellectual Disabilities
69696 RAMON RD
Cathedral City, CA 92234
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 69 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1730130097 (760) 770-6200

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 3

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.
169 services55 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.
109 services47 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92260 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
$179.42 typical visit price
range $59.60 – $179.42
Typical copayment $44.85 (range $14.90 – $44.85)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$74.08 typical visit price
range $19.37 – $146.42
Typical copayment $18.52 (range $4.84 – $36.60)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

SUZANNE MARIE ZUMWALT CERTIFIED FCT
Peer Specialist
73255 EL PASEO STE 11
PALM DESERT, CA 92260
Riverside County (442) 666-3217

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 Richard Torban's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Torban is 1477563575. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 9, 2006.

Where is Richard Torban located?

Richard Torban practices at 73255 El Paseo Ste 11, Palm Desert, CA 92260. The listed phone number is (760) 341-8878.

What is Richard Torban's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Richard Torban enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Torban is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Richard Torban's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Torban reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Richard I Torban A Professional Corporation (Palm Desert, CA) and State Of California - Department Of Developmental Services (Cathedral City, CA). 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 Richard Torban's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Torban was last updated on April 10, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.