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KRISTI RICHARDS MSN, APRN, NP-C
NPI 1700266251
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Missoula, MT

Active since May 30, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.43/100
CMS Quality Rating
902 N ORANGE ST, MISSOULA, MT 59802(406) 329-5736(406) 329-2941 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 13, 2024, Nov 9, 2021, Jan 17, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Kristi Richards Msn, Aprn, Np-c NPPES

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

KRISTI RICHARDS MSN, APRN, NP-C (NPI 1700266251) is an individual family provider in Missoula, Montana, licensed in Montana (NUR-APRN-LIC-159356) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700266251
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameKRISTI RICHARDSCredential: MSN, APRN, NP-C
Location Address902 N ORANGE STMissoula, MT 59802-2928
Mailing Address13280 Evening Creek Dr S Ste 225San Diego, CA 92128-4664 · (877) 658-2244 · Fax (858) 724-6662
Phone(406) 329-5736
Fax(406) 329-2941
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 30, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 1, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 1, 2026
✔ NPI 1700266251 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MT · NUR-APRN-LIC-159356✔ Licensed in TX · AP128800
Also ListedRegistered Nurse · Wound CareTaxonomy 163WW0000X · License 689880 (TX)
902 N ORANGE ST, Missoula, MT 59802
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 113280 Evening Creek Dr S Ste 225San Diego, CA 92128-4664 · Phone (877) 658-2244 · Fax (858) 724-6662
Location 22725 Wind River LnDenton, TX 76210-2999 · Phone (972) 434-8000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Molina Healthcare.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

Kristi Richards Msn, Aprn, Np-c 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 ID6800194754
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160411001184
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 9

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.
394 services169 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
244 services51 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
103 services48 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
94 services46 patients
Follow-up inpatient consultation, limited, physicians typically spend 15 minutes communicating with the patient via telehealth G0406
A follow-up inpatient consultation is a brief, 15-minute check-in with your doctor via telehealth. This allows your physician to monitor your progress, address any concerns, and adjust your treatment plan if necessary. It's an essential part of your ongoing care.
48 services28 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.
35 services18 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59802 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
$87.97 typical visit price
range $56.81 – $172.26
Typical copayment $21.99 (range $14.20 – $43.06)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$100.16 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.32
Typical copayment $25.04 (range $4.56 – $35.08)
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.

85.43/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.98
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost65.45

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

Ostomy skin barrier, solid 4 x 4 or equivalent, extended wear, without built-in convexity, each A4385
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers16 claims500 services$4.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches A4452
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers21 claims2,200 services$0.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing A6196
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers38 claims1,016 services$7.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6209
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers21 claims496 services$7.23 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing A6210
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers14 claims279 services$19.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing A6212
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers40 claims556 services$8.75 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 9

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

MR. BROOKS WILLIAM BAER LCPC
Counselor (Professional)
902 N ORANGE ST, SUITE 102
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 327-3034
JILL AUCOIN FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
902 N ORANGE ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 329-5736
ROBERT C. MUNJAL MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
902 N ORANGE ST, SUITE 206
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 327-3362
KELLI GIBBS
Physician Assistant
902 N ORANGE ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 329-5736
PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES MT
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
902 N ORANGE ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 321-1732
PROVIDENCE SURGERY CENTER
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
902 N ORANGE ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 327-3300
MS. ADELINE MAY WAKEMAN ARNP
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
902 N ORANGE ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (206) 713-6495
PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES MT
Psychiatric Unit
902 N ORANGE ST
MISSOULA, MT 59802
Missoula County (406) 542-7271

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 Kristi Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristi Richards is 1700266251. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2015.

Where is Kristi Richards located?

Kristi Richards practices at 902 N Orange St, Missoula, MT 59802. The listed phone number is (406) 329-5736.

What is Kristi Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Kristi Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kristi 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 Kristi Richards accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Kristi 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristi Richards was last updated on July 1, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 37 days 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.