MR. RICHARD BRIAN AMBLER MD
NPI 1477758142
Family Medicine in Sparta, NC

Q: What is Richard Ambler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Ambler is 1477758142. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2007.

Q: What is Richard Ambler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Ambler was last updated on November 25, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.

Active since June 20, 2007PECOS Enrolled

157 HEALTH SERVICES RD, SPARTA, NC 28675(336) 372-5641(336) 372-7793 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 25, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 25, 2025, Nov 7, 2023, Jul 12, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

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About Mr. Richard Brian Ambler Md NPPES

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

MR. RICHARD BRIAN AMBLER MD (NPI 1477758142) is an individual family medicine provider in Sparta, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2009-01932) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477758142

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. RICHARD BRIAN AMBLERCredential: MD

Location Address157 HEALTH SERVICES RDSparta, NC 28675-3000

Mailing AddressPo Box 208Jefferson, NC 28640-0208 · (336) 372-5641 · Fax (336) 372-7793

Phone(336) 372-5641

Fax(336) 372-7793

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2007

Enumeration DateJune 20, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 25, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 25, 2025

✔ NPI 1477758142 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2009-01932

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

157 HEALTH SERVICES RD, Sparta, NC 28675

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

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 (PECOS)

Mr. Richard Brian Ambler Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8426208752

PECOS Enrollment IDI20150713001683

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 4

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.

35 services32 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

29 services28 patients

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.

22 services22 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

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Watauga Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boone, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number340051

Location336 Deerfield RoadBoone, NC 28607 · Watauga County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Elkin, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340097

Location180 Parkwood DrElkin, NC 28621 · Surry County

Emergency services

Alleghany Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Sparta, NC

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number341320

Location233 Doctors StreetSparta, NC 28675 · Alleghany County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28675 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

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$95.94 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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 2

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

2 suppliers13 claims34 services$5.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier22 claims22 services$104.45 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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