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ZAK RITCHEY MD
NPI 1831696228
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Aurora, CO

Active since April 11, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.2/100
CMS Quality Rating
12631 E 17TH AVE, AURORA, CO 80045(303) 724-1981 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 9, 2024, Aug 23, 2023, Jan 1, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Zak Ritchey Md NPPES

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

ZAK RITCHEY MD (NPI 1831696228) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Aurora, Colorado, licensed in Arizona (70950) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Eskenazi Health, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831696228
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameZAK RITCHEYCredential: MD
Location Address12631 E 17TH AVEAurora, CO 80045-2527
Mailing Address12631 E 17th AveAurora, CO 80045-2527
Phone(303) 724-1981
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 11, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2024
✔ NPI 1831696228 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AZ · 70950✔ Licensed in IN · 01093187A
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
12631 E 17TH AVE, Aurora, CO 80045
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1350 W Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85013-4409 · Phone (602) 406-3430
Location 21701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202-1239 · Phone (317) 962-6793

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource, Cigna Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Zak Ritchey 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 ID8123350261
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230831002677, I20240716001531
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Zak Ritchey reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Smi Imaging, LLC
583 mi
Diagnostic Radiology
6740 E CAMELBACK RD STE 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 178 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1972004489 (602) 651-1945
Indiana University Radiology Associates, Inc.
993 mi
Diagnostic Radiology
1701 N SENATE BLVD
Indianapolis, IN 46202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona and Indiana enrollments
  • 3 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336192665 (317) 962-5035
Iu Health Medical Group, LLC
993 mi
General Practice
1701 N SENATE BLVD
Indianapolis, IN 46202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona and Indiana enrollments
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326893777 (317) 962-2000

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
143 services136 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
57 services56 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
41 services40 patients
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast 71275
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays and a special dye to get detailed images of your blood vessels in the chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to heart and lungs.
32 services32 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
19 services19 patients
Ct scan of chest with contrast 71260
A CT scan of the chest with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye (contrast) is used to highlight specific areas in your body, providing clearer pictures of your chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to your lungs, heart, and other chest structures.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Eskenazi Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number150024
Location720 Eskenazi AvenueIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bloomington, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150051
Location2651 East Discovery ParkwayBloomington, IN 47408 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Indiana University Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150056
Location1701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Muncie, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150089
Location2401 University AveMuncie, IN 47303 · Delaware County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Bedford, IN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number151328
Location2900 W 16th StBedford, IN 47421 · Lawrence County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80045 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

95.2/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.64
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

ANNIKA DANIELLE RECZEK MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 724-5000
SARAH ASHLEY
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 724-1784
MARIA IZABEL KUGELMAS GUARITA LOCKWOOD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 887-6343
ELIZABETH JONES DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 724-1784
DR. SAMANTHA NICOLE FOUNTAIN MD, MMEDSCI
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 724-2680
DR. BEZA TESHOME TAYACHEW MD, MPH
Internal Medicine
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 724-1784
SPENCER SURESH BURT MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 724-1784
MAYHER PATEL MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
12631 E 17TH AVE
AURORA, CO 80045
Adams County (303) 724-1784

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 Zak Ritchey's NPI number?

The NPI number for Zak Ritchey is 1831696228. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 11, 2018.

Where is Zak Ritchey located?

Zak Ritchey practices at 12631 E 17th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045. The listed phone number is (303) 724-1981.

What is Zak Ritchey's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Zak Ritchey enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Zak Ritchey 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Zak Ritchey's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Zak Ritchey reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Smi Imaging, LLC (Scottsdale, AZ), Indiana University Radiology Associates, Inc. (Indianapolis, IN) and Iu Health Medical Group, LLC (Indianapolis, IN). 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 Zak Ritchey's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Zak Ritchey accept?

Health plans from CareSource and Cigna Healthcare list Zak Ritchey 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 Zak Ritchey affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Zak Ritchey is affiliated with Eskenazi Health, Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital, Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital and Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Zak Ritchey was last updated on July 9, 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.