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DR. RICHARD ANDREW SCHAEFER M.D.
NPI 1831247956
Orthopaedic Surgery in Washington, DC

Active since January 08, 2007PECOS Enrolled
ORTHOPAEDIC SERVICE, WALTER REED ARMY MEDICAL CENTER, WASHINGTON, DC 20307(202) 782-3052 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 8, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Andrew Schaefer M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD ANDREW SCHAEFER M.D. (NPI 1831247956) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Washington, District Of Columbia, licensed in Maryland (D76502) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, The, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831247956
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD ANDREW SCHAEFERCredential: M.D.
Location AddressORTHOPAEDIC SERVICE, WALTER REED ARMY MEDICAL CENTERWashington, DC 20307-0001
Mailing Address5 Delphinium CtRockville, MD 20853-1726 · (301) 929-3050
Phone(202) 782-3052
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJanuary 8, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 8, 2017
✔ NPI 1831247956 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MD · D76502✔ Licensed in DC · MD041743✔ Licensed in LA · 018417
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
ORTHOPAEDIC SERVICE, Washington, DC 20307
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Richard Andrew Schaefer M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3274714688
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150716000363, I20180104000095
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Richard Schaefer reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Johns Hopkins University
7.3 mi
Neurological Surgery
8600 OLD GEORGETOWN RD
Bethesda, MD 20814
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Maryland enrollment
  • 4,483 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1578569240 (410) 955-5000
Johns Hopkins University
36 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
600 N WOLFE ST
Baltimore, MD 21287
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 48 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013913789 (410) 955-5000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

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.
208 services35 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.
85 services59 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.
85 services62 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
75 services36 patients
Hyaluronan or derivative, euflexxa, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7323
Hyaluronan or Euflexxa is a substance similar to a natural substance in your joints. It's injected into the joint space to treat pain from osteoarthritis, especially in the knee. It helps to lubricate the joint, reducing pain and improving mobility.
68 services13 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
54 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Johns Hopkins Hospital, The

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210009
Location600 North Wolfe StreetBaltimore, MD 21287 · Baltimore City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20307 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
$100.31 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $25.07 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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 2

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

Wrist hand finger orthosis, without joint(s), prefabricated, off-the-shelf, any type L3809
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$170.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Wrist hand orthosis, wrist extension control cock-up, non molded, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3908
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier11 claims14 services$52.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Schaefer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Schaefer is 1831247956. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 8, 2007.

Where is Richard Schaefer located?

Richard Schaefer practices at Orthopaedic Service Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC 20307. The listed phone number is (202) 782-3052.

What is Richard Schaefer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Richard Schaefer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Schaefer is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Richard Schaefer's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Schaefer reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Johns Hopkins University (Bethesda, MD) and Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Richard Schaefer's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Richard Schaefer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Schaefer is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, The.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Schaefer was last updated on December 8, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.