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MR. RICHARD W RICKMAN M.D.
NPI 1609809300
Family Medicine in Valdosta, GA

Active since July 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.48/100
CMS Quality Rating
201 WOODROW WILSON DR, VALDOSTA, GA 31602(229) 241-0041(229) 241-0048 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 2, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Mr. Richard W Rickman M.d. NPPES

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

MR. RICHARD W RICKMAN M.D. (NPI 1609809300) is an individual family medicine provider in Valdosta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (049332) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sgmc Health, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609809300
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. RICHARD W RICKMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address201 WOODROW WILSON DRValdosta, GA 31602
Mailing Address201 Woodrow Wilson DrValdosta, GA 31602-2538 · (229) 241-0041 · Fax (229) 241-0048
Phone(229) 241-0041
Fax(229) 241-0048
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 2, 2018
✔ NPI 1609809300 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 049332
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.
201 WOODROW WILSON DR, Valdosta, GA 31602
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Richard W Rickman 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 ID8921074667
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040907000110
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 11

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.
432 services211 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.
255 services143 patients
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
210 services21 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
119 services78 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
75 services45 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.
66 services61 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sgmc Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Valdosta, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110122
Location2501 North Patterson Street, PO Box 1727Valdosta, GA 31602 · Lowndes County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sgmc Health Lanier

Critical Access Hospitals · Lakeland, GA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number111326
Location116 West Thigpen AvenueLakeland, GA 31635 · Lanier County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31602 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

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.

90.48/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality74.5
Promoting Interoperability95.74
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 15

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
4 suppliers13 claims25 services$6.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers35 claims35 services$35.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers39 claims39 services$83.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers26 claims69 services$33.79 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
4 suppliers17 claims17 services$51.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers31 claims31 services$17.02 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 2

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

DANA WOODS SIMPSON P.A.
Physician Assistant
201 WOODROW WILSON DR
VALDOSTA, GA 31602
Lowndes County (229) 241-0041
JUDIT TUROCZI SULE M.D.
Family Medicine
201 WOODROW WILSON DR
VALDOSTA, GA 31602
Lowndes County (229) 241-0041

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 Rickman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Rickman is 1609809300. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2006.

Where is Richard Rickman located?

Richard Rickman practices at 201 Woodrow Wilson Dr, Valdosta, GA 31602. The listed phone number is (229) 241-0041.

What is Richard Rickman's specialty?

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

Is Richard Rickman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Rickman 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 Richard Rickman accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Richard Rickman 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 Richard Rickman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Rickman is affiliated with Sgmc Health and Sgmc Health Lanier.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Rickman was last updated on July 2, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.