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

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: October 18, 2026.

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

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 1606 Washington StRavenswood, WV 26164-1730 · Phone (304) 273-1033 · Fax (304) 273-1034
Location 22832 Pike St Ste 1Parkersburg, WV 26101-8674 · Phone (304) 489-3815
Location 3483 Court StElizabeth, WV 26143-1109 · Phone (304) 275-3301 · Fax (304) 275-4798
Location 4461 Schoolview StElizabeth, WV 26143 · Phone (304) 275-3117 · Fax (304) 275-7255
Location 5562 Charleston DrRipley, WV 25271-1533 · Phone (304) 372-7341 · Fax (304) 372-3272
Location 62610 Camden AveParkersburg, WV 26101-5652 · Phone (304) 917-3733 · Fax (304) 917-3750
Location 7920 Elm StRacine, OH 45771-8902 · Phone (740) 949-2348 · Fax (740) 949-2536
Location 82101 Dudley AveParkersburg, WV 26101-3462 · Phone (304) 861-4150 · Fax (304) 422-2170
Location 9512A Church St SRipley, WV 25271-1616 · Phone (304) 372-1033 · Fax (304) 373-0223
Location 102121 7th StParkersburg, WV 26101-3803 · Phone (304) 485-1721 · Fax (304) 428-2597
Location 1173 Nicolette RdParkersburg, WV 26104-7236 · Phone (304) 861-4141

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 Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

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 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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

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

Wirt County Health Services Association Inc
Same address
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
3705 EMERSON AVE
Parkersburg, WV 26104
NPI 1548777527 (304) 917-3733
Camden-Clark Physician Corporation
2.1 mi
Surgery
604 ANN ST
Parkersburg, WV 26101
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, West Virginia enrollment
  • 461 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1710125430 (304) 424-4593

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 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.

WILLIAM M. BAUER
Counselor (Professional)
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 865-0272
ABIGAIL MARIE WINTERS
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 917-3530
EMILY CINNAMON
Counselor (Professional)
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 917-3530
JOSEPH KENNELL PHD
Psychologist
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 865-0272
MR. DAVID M SCHAFFER CSW, MSW, LICSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 865-0272
DAVID M SCHAFFER MSW LICSW PLLC
Social Worker (Clinical)
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 865-0272
CATHY ANNE DAILEY DO
Pediatrics
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 917-3530
WIRT COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES ASSOCIATION INC
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
3705 EMERSON AVE
PARKERSBURG, WV 26104
Wood County (304) 917-3733

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 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.

Where is Richard Watson located?

Richard Watson practices at 3705 Emerson Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26104. The listed phone number is (304) 917-3530.

What is Richard Watson's specialty?

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

Is Richard Watson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Watson 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 Richard Watson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Watson reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Wirt County Health Services Association Inc (Parkersburg, WV) and Camden-Clark Physician Corporation (Parkersburg, WV). 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 Watson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Richard Watson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Antidote Health Plan of Ohio, Inc. and 2 other insurers list Richard Watson 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 Richard Watson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Watson is affiliated with Marietta Memorial Hospital, Charleston Area Medical Center, Camden Clark Medical Center and Minnie Hamilton Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Watson was last updated on February 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.