JOSHUA CHARLES RICHARDS MD
NPI 1700818093
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery in Stanford, CA

Active since July 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.04/100
CMS Quality Rating
300 PASTEUR DR, STANFORD, CA 94305(650) 723-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 27, 2024, Jan 3, 2023, Dec 22, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Joshua Charles Richards Md NPPES

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

JOSHUA CHARLES RICHARDS MD (NPI 1700818093) is an individual hand surgery provider in Stanford, California, licensed in California (A78751) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in San Ramon, and is a graduate of New York Medical College (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700818093
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0106X
Provider Legal NameJOSHUA CHARLES RICHARDSCredential: MD
Location Address300 PASTEUR DRStanford, CA 94305-2200
Mailing Address300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305-2200 · (650) 723-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 27, 2024
NPI 1700818093 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Hand SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0106X
License Licensed in CA · A78751
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License A78751 (CA)
300 PASTEUR DR, Stanford, CA 94305

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 15201 Norris Canyon Rd Ste 300San Ramon, CA 94583-5405 · Phone (925) 939-8585 · Fax (925) 933-2709

Other Identifiers 1

Other00A787510CA · Blue Shield

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

Joshua Charles 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 ID8921008186
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070111000448
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.
337 services195 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.
268 services80 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
124 services25 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
111 services111 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
95 services95 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.
94 services84 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94305 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
$106.47 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $26.61 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$86.56 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
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.

91.04/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.13
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost64.1

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Wrist hand orthosis, wrist extension control cock-up, non molded, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3908
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
3 suppliers21 claims22 services$58.50 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 20

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

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
300 PASTEUR DR, ALWAY BUILD M211, MC 5187
STANFORD, CA 94305
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Nurse Practitioner
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Neurological Surgery
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
300 PASTEUR DR, LANE 235
STANFORD, CA 94305
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305

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 Joshua Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Richards is 1700818093. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2006.

Where is Joshua Richards located?

Joshua Richards practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305. The listed phone number is (650) 723-4000.

What is Joshua Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Hand Surgery, with taxonomy code 207XS0106X.

Is Joshua Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Richards was last updated on April 27, 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.