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DR. RICHARD STUART FOX M.D.
NPI 1497799480
Plastic Surgery in Fall River, MA

Active since June 16, 2006PECOS Enrolled
851 MIDDLE ST STE 3500, FALL RIVER, MA 02721(508) 235-5229(508) 235-5106 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Stuart Fox M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD STUART FOX M.D. (NPI 1497799480) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Fall River, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (54657) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital, and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Medicine (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497799480
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD STUART FOXCredential: M.D.
Location Address851 MIDDLE ST STE 3500Fall River, MA 02721-1786
Mailing Address851 Middle St Ste 3500Fall River, MA 02721-1786 · (508) 235-5229 · Fax (508) 235-5106
Phone(508) 235-5229
Fax(508) 235-5106
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 1975
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 12, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 12, 2026
✔ NPI 1497799480 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 54657
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
851 MIDDLE ST STE 3500, Fall River, MA 02721
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid6196802MA
Other000000024395MA · Bmc
Other21030MA · Harvard Pilgrim
Other716100MA · Tufts

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Richard Stuart Fox M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID5799749685
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041119000391
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

4

Medicare enrollment records show Richard Fox reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Fall River Inc
0.1 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
795 MIDDLE ST
Fall River, MA 02721
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 24 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1972330165 (508) 674-5600
Lifespan Physician Group Of Massachusetts Inc
19 mi
Family Medicine
2007 BAY ST
Taunton, MA 02780
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 547 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1235957713 (774) 409-2009
Brockton Recovery Medical Associates PC
28 mi
Health Service
375 WESTGATE DR
Brockton, MA 02301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1144460478 (508) 562-6308
Healogics Specialty Physicians Of Massachusetts, PLLC
83 mi
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
18 HOSPITAL DR
Holyoke, MA 01040
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 19 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1083096614 (413) 535-4740

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 5

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 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.
391 services32 patients
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307
Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.
328 services29 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
117 services26 patients
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.
105 services31 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
33 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Saint Anne's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fall River, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number220020
Location795 Middle StreetFall River, MA 02721 · Bristol County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02721 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
$90.70 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $22.67 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.22 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $18.30 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

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 Fox's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Fox is 1497799480. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2006.

Where is Richard Fox located?

Richard Fox practices at 851 Middle St Ste 3500, Fall River, MA 02721. The listed phone number is (508) 235-5229.

What is Richard Fox's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Richard Fox enrolled in Medicare?

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

Which organizations bill Medicare for Richard Fox's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Fox reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Fall River Inc (Fall River, MA), Lifespan Physician Group Of Massachusetts Inc (Taunton, MA), Brockton Recovery Medical Associates PC (Brockton, MA) and Healogics Specialty Physicians Of Massachusetts, PLLC (Holyoke, MA). 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 Fox's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Richard Fox affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Fox is affiliated with Saint Anne's Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Fox was last updated on January 12, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.