DR. WINSTON THOMAS RICHARDS MD
NPI 1598701567
Surgery in Ocala, FL

Active since June 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1, OCALA, FL 34471(352) 401-1218(352) 401-1017 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 10, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 10, 2022, Nov 14, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Winston Thomas Richards Md NPPES

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

DR. WINSTON THOMAS RICHARDS MD (NPI 1598701567) is an individual surgery provider in Ocala, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME94661) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598701567
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WINSTON THOMAS RICHARDSCredential: MD
Location Address1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1Ocala, FL 34471-3770
Mailing Address1234 Se Magnolia Ext, Unit 1Ocala, FL 34471-3770 · (352) 401-1218 · Fax (352) 401-1017
Fax(352) 401-1017
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJune 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 10, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1598701567 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in FL · ME94661
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, Ocala, FL 34471

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Winston Richards

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid274256000FL

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

Dr. Winston Thomas Richards Md 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 ID4789607623
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060106000271
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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 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.
438 services199 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
168 services77 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 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.
153 services152 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
79 services78 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 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.
29 services29 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Uf Health Leesburg Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Leesburg, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100084
Location600 E Dixie AveLeesburg, FL 34748 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marion Communtiy Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Ocala, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100212
Location1431 SW 1st AveOcala, FL 34471 · Marion County
Emergency services

Villages Regional Hospital, The

Acute Care Hospitals · The Villages, FL
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100290
Location1451 El Camino RealThe Villages, FL 32159 · Lake County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34471 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost91.25

Reported Quality Measures

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%32 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1
OCALA, FL 34471
Physician Assistant
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1
OCALA, FL 34471
Physician Assistant
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1
OCALA, FL 34471
Physician Assistant
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1
OCALA, FL 34471
Neurological Surgery
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1
OCALA, FL 34471
Nurse Practitioner
1234 SE MAGNOLIA EXT, UNIT 1
OCALA, FL 34471

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 Winston Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Winston Richards is 1598701567. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 20, 2006.

Where is Winston Richards located?

Winston Richards practices at 1234 SE Magnolia Ext Unit 1, Ocala, FL 34471. The listed phone number is (352) 401-1218.

What is Winston Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Winston Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Winston 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 Winston Richards accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, AvMed, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 1 other insurer list Winston 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 Winston Richards affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Winston Richards is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital, Marion Communtiy Hospital and Villages Regional Hospital, The.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Winston Richards was last updated on February 10, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.