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DR. RICHARD A ZELL MD
NPI 1669478178
Orthopaedic Surgery in New Haven, CT

Active since June 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
800 HOWARD AVE 1ST FLOOR, NEW HAVEN, CT 06519(877) 925-3637(443) 643-3133 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 9, 2024, Oct 1, 2018, Feb 13, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Richard A Zell Md NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD A ZELL MD (NPI 1669478178) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in New Haven, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (37370) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Havre De Grace, and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Stony Brook, School Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669478178
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD A ZELLCredential: MD
Location Address800 HOWARD AVE 1ST FLOORNew Haven, CT 06519-1369
Mailing Address510 Upper Chesapeake Dr Ste 417Bel Air, MD 21014-4336 · (443) 643-3130 · Fax (443) 643-3133
Phone(877) 925-3637
Fax(443) 643-3133
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Stony Brook, School Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1669478178 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CT · 37370✔ Licensed in MD · D0085487
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Foot and Ankle SurgeryTaxonomy 207XX0004X · License D0085487 (MD)
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207XX0005X · License D0085487 (MD)
800 HOWARD AVE 1ST FLOOR, New Haven, CT 06519
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12027 Pulaski Hwy Ste 101Havre DE Grace, MD 21078-2146 · Phone (443) 843-5557 · Fax (443) 843-5522

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Richard A Zell 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 ID5294706594
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050215000315, I20181023002628
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 Zell reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Yale University
0.4 mi
Advanced Practice Midwife
100 CHURCH ST S STE 200, YALE SCHOOL OF NURSING
New Haven, CT 06519
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 3,728 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1124148887 (203) 737-5432
Upper Chesapeake Orthopedics, LLC
218 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
515 S TOLLGATE RD STE 200
Bel Air, MD 21014
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1942507629 (443) 643-3130

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 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 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.
161 services95 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
151 services40 patients
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630
An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.
71 services48 patients
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610
An ankle X-ray is a quick, painless imaging test. It involves capturing at least three different images or 'views' of your ankle using small amounts of radiation. These images help identify any abnormalities or injuries, such as fractures or arthritis.
69 services40 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.
46 services40 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
27 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06519 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
$93.86 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $23.46 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$16.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$8.42 avg. paid by Medicare
Walking boot, pneumatic and/or vacuum, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L4361
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$241.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Zell's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Zell is 1669478178. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2005.

Where is Richard Zell located?

Richard Zell practices at 800 Howard Ave 1st Floor, New Haven, CT 06519. The listed phone number is (877) 925-3637.

What is Richard Zell's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Richard Zell enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Zell 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Richard Zell's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Zell reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Yale University (New Haven, CT) and Upper Chesapeake Orthopedics, LLC (Bel Air, MD). 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 Zell'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 Zell was last updated on August 9, 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.