RICHARD W WATSON M.D.
NPI 1871541235
Family Medicine in Parkersburg, WV

Q: What is Richard Watson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Watson is 1871541235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 5, 2006.

Q: What is Richard Watson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Watson was last updated on February 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since May 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

3705 EMERSON AVE, PARKERSBURG, WV 26104(304) 917-3530(304) 917-3743 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 5, 2026, Mar 17, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Richard W Watson M.d. NPPES

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

RICHARD W WATSON M.D. (NPI 1871541235) is an individual family medicine provider in Parkersburg, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (18452) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Marietta Memorial Hospital, and maintains 11 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1871541235

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameRICHARD W WATSONCredential: M.D.

Location Address3705 EMERSON AVEParkersburg, WV 26104-1118

Mailing AddressPo Box 609Elizabeth, WV 26143-0609 · (304) 275-3301 · Fax (304) 275-4798

Phone(304) 917-3530

Fax(304) 917-3743

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Toledo College Of MedicineGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateMay 5, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 5, 2026

✔ NPI 1871541235 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in WV · 18452✔ Licensed in OH · 35-07-0544

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

3705 EMERSON AVE, Parkersburg, WV 26104

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Secondary Practice Locations 11

Location 173 Nicolette RdParkersburg, WV 26104-7236 · Phone (304) 861-4141

Location 22121 7th StParkersburg, WV 26101-3803 · Phone (304) 485-1721 · Fax (304) 428-2597

Location 3606 Washington StRavenswood, WV 26164-1730 · Phone (304) 273-1033 · Fax (304) 273-1034

Location 4512A Church St SRipley, WV 25271-1616 · Phone (304) 372-1033 · Fax (304) 373-0223

Location 52101 Dudley AveParkersburg, WV 26101-3462 · Phone (304) 861-4150 · Fax (304) 422-2170

Location 6920 Elm StRacine, OH 45771-8902 · Phone (740) 949-2348 · Fax (740) 949-2536

Location 72610 Camden AveParkersburg, WV 26101-5652 · Phone (304) 917-3733 · Fax (304) 917-3750

Location 8562 Charleston DrRipley, WV 25271-1533 · Phone (304) 372-7341 · Fax (304) 372-3272

Location 9461 Schoolview StElizabeth, WV 26143 · Phone (304) 275-3117 · Fax (304) 275-7255

Location 10483 Court StElizabeth, WV 26143-1109 · Phone (304) 275-3301 · Fax (304) 275-4798

Location 112832 Pike St Ste 1Parkersburg, WV 26101-8674 · Phone (304) 489-3815

Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid0054468000WV

Other000443574Blue Cross/blue Shield

Other080119030Railroad Medicare

Medicaid0194883OH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia.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

Richard W Watson M.d. 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 ID7810079944

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080129000425, I20120209000531

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 4

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.

Automated urinalysis test 81003

An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.

53 services32 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

38 services30 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.

38 services36 patients

Respiratory infectious agent detection by rna for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid 19), influenza a, influenza b, and respiratory syncytial virus, upper respiratory specimen, each reported as detected or not detected 0241U

This test detects the RNA of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, Influenza A, Influenza B, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus, in an upper respiratory specimen. The test result will report if each virus is detected or not, helping in accurate diagnosis.

17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Marietta Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Marietta, OH

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number360147

Location401 Matthew StreetMarietta, OH 45750 · Washington County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510022

Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Camden Clark Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Parkersburg, WV

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510058

Location800 Garfield AveParkersburg, WV 26101 · Wood County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Minnie Hamilton Health System

Critical Access Hospitals · Grantsville, WV

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number511303

Location186 Hospital DriveGrantsville, WV 26147 · Calhoun County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 26104 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

$83.49 typical visit price

range $53.20 – $164.59

Typical copayment $20.87 (range $13.30 – $41.14)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$94.81 typical visit price

range $16.47 – $133.29

Typical copayment $23.70 (range $4.11 – $33.32)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

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

11 suppliers43 claims64 services$4.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

7 suppliers19 claims23 services$0.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers11 claims11 services$68.99 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers12 claims12 services$18.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers11 claims49 services$2.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

2 suppliers19 claims570 services$3.14 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 14

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

LEAH G HOPKINS, MD

Internal Medicine