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RICHARD BIDDLE BRIGGS M.D.
NPI 1699740712
Ophthalmology in Austin, TX

Active since February 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.82/100
CMS Quality Rating
1524 S IH 35, SUITE 235, AUSTIN, TX 78704(512) 444-2015(512) 444-2010 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Richard Biddle Briggs M.d. NPPES

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

RICHARD BIDDLE BRIGGS M.D. (NPI 1699740712) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (G4856) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699740712
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD BIDDLE BRIGGSCredential: M.D.
Location Address1524 S IH 35, SUITE 235Austin, TX 78704-8931
Mailing Address1524 S Ih 35, Suite 235Austin, TX 78704-8931 · (512) 444-2015 · Fax (512) 444-2010
Phone(512) 444-2015
Fax(512) 444-2010
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateFebruary 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 2017
✔ NPI 1699740712 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · G4856
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
1524 S IH 35, Austin, TX 78704
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINC13761TX
Medicaid127741002TX
Medicare PIN8F5201TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Richard Biddle Briggs 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 ID6507816345
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050128000508
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 3

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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
25 services21 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
19 services18 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78704 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
$131.95 typical visit price
range $57.88 – $174.00
Typical copayment $32.98 (range $14.47 – $43.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$71.95 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.23
Typical copayment $17.98 (range $4.72 – $35.55)
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.

89.82/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality98.4
Improvement Activities40
Cost68.2

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

TIFFANY SELLERS MSW, QMHP
Social Worker
1524 S IH 35, 210
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 552-4127
RICHARD B BRIGGS MD PA
Ophthalmology
1524 S IH 35, SUITE 235
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 444-2015
BARBARA LYNN CHRISTENSON M.ED., LPC
Counselor (Professional)
1524 S IH 35, SUITE 210
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 426-4504
MS. KELLY LYNN RAMSEY
Counselor
1524 S IH 35, SUITE 210
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 343-8606
MISS IVETH PACHECO LPC
Counselor (Mental Health)
1524 S IH 35, 210
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 434-8606
DANIELLE A DUCHNICK LMSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
1524 S IH 35, SUITE 210
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 343-8606
MISTY MATHIS
Counselor (Mental Health)
1524 S IH 35, SUITE 210
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 343-8606
TRACY CARVER PH.D.
Psychologist
1524 S IH 35, SUITE 202
AUSTIN, TX 78704
Travis County (512) 710-5799

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 Briggs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Briggs is 1699740712. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 22, 2006.

Where is Richard Briggs located?

Richard Briggs practices at 1524 S Ih 35 Suite 235, Austin, TX 78704. The listed phone number is (512) 444-2015.

What is Richard Briggs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Richard Briggs enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Briggs 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 Briggs accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 9 other insurers list Richard Briggs 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Briggs was last updated on May 2, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.