RICHARD BRUCE WEAR MD
NPI 1700850633
Internal Medicine in Pasadena, CA

Active since February 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.51/100
CMS Quality Rating
65 N MADISON AVE, SUITE 800, PASADENA, CA 91101(626) 792-3141(626) 792-9193 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Richard Bruce Wear Md NPPES

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

RICHARD BRUCE WEAR MD (NPI 1700850633) is an individual internal medicine provider in Pasadena, California, licensed in California (G52672) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Wisconsin College Of Physicians And Surgeons (1983).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700850633
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD BRUCE WEARCredential: MD
Location Address65 N MADISON AVE, SUITE 800Pasadena, CA 91101-2035
Mailing Address133 N Altadena Dr, 2nd FloorPasadena, CA 91107-7325 · (626) 397-8335 · Fax (626) 397-8337
Fax(626) 792-9193
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWisconsin College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 1983
Enumeration DateFebruary 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 2010
NPI 1700850633 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in CA · G52672
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

65 N MADISON AVE, Pasadena, CA 91101

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINA93168

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

Richard Bruce Wear 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 ID2264599059
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090323000336
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.
429 services207 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.
228 services151 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
169 services169 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
89 services88 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
87 services86 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
57 services54 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91101 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

80.51/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75.87
Promoting Interoperability96
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.52

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
100%240 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
12 suppliers29 claims72 services$6.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
8 suppliers17 claims22 services$1.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers34 claims34 services$180.51 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.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
65 N MADISON AVE, SUITE 610
PASADENA, CA 91101
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
65 N MADISON AVE
PASADENA, CA 91101
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
65 N MADISON AVE, SUITE 800
PASADENA, CA 91101
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
65 N MADISON AVE, LOWER LEVEL
PASADENA, CA 91101
Marriage & Family Therapist
65 N MADISON AVE, STE 612
PASADENA, CA 91101
Dermatology
65 N MADISON AVE, SUITE 409
PASADENA, CA 91101
Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
65 N MADISON AVE, SUITE 512
PASADENA, CA 91101
Internal Medicine
65 N MADISON AVE, SUITE 800
PASADENA, CA 91101

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 Wear's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Wear is 1700850633. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 15, 2006.

Where is Richard Wear located?

Richard Wear practices at 65 N Madison Ave Suite 800, Pasadena, CA 91101. The listed phone number is (626) 792-3141.

What is Richard Wear's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Richard Wear enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Wear 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 Richard Wear was last updated on June 15, 2010. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.