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JOSEPH RICHICHI PA
NPI 1801347299
Physician Assistant in Asheville, NC

Active since October 20, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
310 OVERLOOK RD, STE B, ASHEVILLE, NC 28803(828) 483-4438(828) 483-5808 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 19, 2021, Oct 20, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Joseph Richichi Pa NPPES

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

JOSEPH RICHICHI PA (NPI 1801347299) is an individual physician assistant in Asheville, North Carolina, licensed in Indiana (10002149A) and active in the NPI registry since October 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801347299
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH RICHICHICredential: PA
Location Address310 OVERLOOK RD, STE BAsheville, NC 28803-3319
Mailing Address310 Overlook Rd, Ste BAsheville, NC 28803-3319 · (828) 483-4438 · Fax (828) 483-5808
Phone(828) 483-4438
Fax(828) 483-5808
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateOctober 20, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 19, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 19, 2021
✔ NPI 1801347299 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in IN · 10002149A
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Also ListedPhysician Assistant · SurgicalTaxonomy 363AS0400X · License 10002149A (IN)
310 OVERLOOK RD, Asheville, NC 28803
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc, UnitedHealthcare.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

Joseph Richichi Pa 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 ID5698054013
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200817003765
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 2

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.
230 services140 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.
86 services74 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Harris Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sylva, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340016
Location68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779 · Jackson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Haywood Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Clyde, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340184
Location262 Leroy George DriveClyde, NC 28721 · Haywood County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Dlp Swain County Hospital LLC

Critical Access Hospitals · Bryson City, NC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341305
Location45 Plateau StreetBryson City, NC 28713 · Swain County
Emergency services

Erlanger Murphy Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Murphy, NC
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341328
Location3990 East Us Highway 64 AltMurphy, NC 28906 · Cherokee County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28803 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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

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

Neuromuscular stimulator, electronic shock unit E0745
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$58.06 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

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

COMPREHENSIVE PAIN DOCTORS, PLLC
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
310 OVERLOOK RD, SUITE B
ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
Buncombe County (828) 708-9876

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 Joseph Richichi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Richichi is 1801347299. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 20, 2016.

Where is Joseph Richichi located?

Joseph Richichi practices at 310 Overlook Rd Ste B, Asheville, NC 28803. The listed phone number is (828) 483-4438.

What is Joseph Richichi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Joseph Richichi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Richichi 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 Joseph Richichi accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc and UnitedHealthcare list Joseph Richichi 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.

Is Joseph Richichi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Richichi is affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital, Haywood Regional Medical Center, Dlp Swain County Hospital LLC and Erlanger Murphy Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Richichi was last updated on February 19, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.