DR. KATHERINE RUTH RICHARDS M.D.
NPI 1942599808
Family Medicine in Hazelwood, MO

Q: What is Katherine Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Richards is 1942599808. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2011.

Q: What is Katherine Richards's specialty?

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

Active since March 31, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

637 DUNN RD STE 102, HAZELWOOD, MO 63042(314) 817-2000(314) 817-2350 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 31, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 31, 2024, Jun 9, 2023, Mar 13, 2023 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Katherine Ruth Richards M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KATHERINE RUTH RICHARDS M.D. (NPI 1942599808) is an individual family medicine provider in Hazelwood, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2024024841) and active in the NPI registry since March 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St Louis, and is a graduate of Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942599808

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KATHERINE RUTH RICHARDSCredential: M.D.

Location Address637 DUNN RD STE 102Hazelwood, MO 63042-1747

Mailing Address637 Dunn Rd Ste 102Hazelwood, MO 63042-1747 · (314) 817-2000 · Fax (314) 817-2350

Phone(314) 817-2000

Fax(314) 817-2350

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 31, 20246 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 31, 2024

✔ NPI 1942599808 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MO · 2024024841✔ Licensed in IL · 036134156

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.

637 DUNN RD STE 102, Hazelwood, MO 63042

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.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

Dr. Katherine Ruth Richards 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 ID6204057391

PECOS Enrollment IDI20141014000977, I20181201000083

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 8

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 high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

69 services67 patients

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.

39 services26 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.

35 services32 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

34 services28 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

30 services30 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

25 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mercy Hospital St Louis

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260020

Location615 New Ballas RoadSaint Louis, MO 63141 · St. Louis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Hospital South

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number260077

Location10010 Kennerly RoadSaint Louis, MO 63128 · St. Louis County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63042 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

$86.32 typical visit price

range $55.65 – $169.38

Typical copayment $21.58 (range $13.91 – $42.34)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$98.37 typical visit price

range $17.76 – $137.92

Typical copayment $24.59 (range $4.44 – $34.48)

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 17

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

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers14 claims59 services$19.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

2 suppliers14 claims135 services$2.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

8 suppliers30 claims64 services$6.07 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

6 suppliers15 claims18 services$0.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers15 claims15 services$98.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers17 claims17 services$23.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers19 claims19 services$21.04 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers21 claims90 services$2.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers14 claims14 services$21.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers16 claims16 services$8.11 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers65 claims65 services$49.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

4 suppliers38 claims38 services$110.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$38.23 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers18 claims2,160 services$0.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

4 suppliers33 claims33 services$190.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds K0823

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD009N

2 suppliers28 claims29 services$174.17 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers18 claims18 services$24.55 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 2

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

MRS. YORVOLL GARDNER NP

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

637 DUNN RD STE 102
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042

St. Louis County (314) 817-2000

MONIQUE MARIE WILLIAMS MD

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)

637 DUNN RD STE 102
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042

St. Louis County (314) 817-2000

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 Katherine Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Katherine Richards is 1942599808. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2011.

Where is Katherine Richards located?

Katherine Richards practices at 637 Dunn Rd Ste 102, Hazelwood, MO 63042. The listed phone number is (314) 817-2000.

What is Katherine Richards's specialty?

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

Is Katherine Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Katherine Richards 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 Katherine Richards accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 5 other insurers list Katherine Richards 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 Katherine Richards affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Katherine Richards is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St Louis and Mercy Hospital South.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Katherine Richards was last updated on July 31, 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.