JOEL ERIC RICH M.D.
NPI 1952336000
Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine in Gainesville, FL

Q: What is Joel Rich's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Rich is 1952336000. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006.

Q: What is Joel Rich's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Rich was last updated on March 19, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since July 11, 2006PECOS Enrolled

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

2205 NW 40TH TER, STE B, GAINESVILLE, FL 32605(352) 375-1999(352) 375-9922 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 19, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Joel Eric Rich M.d. NPPES

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

JOEL ERIC RICH M.D. (NPI 1952336000) is an individual geriatric medicine provider in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME79575) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952336000

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0300X

Provider Legal NameJOEL ERIC RICHCredential: M.D.

Location Address2205 NW 40TH TER, STE BGainesville, FL 32605-3500

Mailing Address2205 Nw 40th Ter Ste BGainesville, FL 32605-3500 · (352) 375-0332 · Fax (352) 375-1677

Phone(352) 375-1999

Fax(352) 375-9922

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 19, 2014

✔ NPI 1952336000 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0300X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME79575

Definition

An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.

2205 NW 40TH TER, Gainesville, FL 32605

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified35418ZFL · Individual

Medicare UPINH15729FL

Medicaid258955900FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company).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 (PECOS)

Joel Eric Rich M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4981720828

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100928001021

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joel Rich reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Alan A Goldblatt MD PA

Same address

Geriatric Medicine

2205 NW 40TH TER, STE B
Gainesville, FL 32605

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
5 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1891725628 (352) 375-1999

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 6

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 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.

3,281 services824 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.

337 services234 patients

Removal of impacted ear wax 69210

Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.

83 services76 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

62 services62 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

40 services36 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.

25 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Uf Health Shands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100113

Location1600 SW Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610 · Alachua County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida Lake City Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lake City, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100156

Location340 NW Commerce DrLake City, FL 32055 · Columbia County

Emergency services

Hca Florida North Florida Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Gainesville, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100204

Location6500 W Newberry RdGainesville, FL 32605 · Alachua County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32605 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

$171.84 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $42.96 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

100%739 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

100%200 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 21

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

23 suppliers62 claims196 services$6.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

14 suppliers34 claims43 services$1.04 avg. paid by Medicare

Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4409

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N

4 suppliers11 claims315 services$5.73 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers11 claims66 services$15.58 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

5 suppliers22 claims22 services$59.76 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers15 claims15 services$18.92 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers17 claims17 services$15.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers22 claims132 services$2.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers15 claims15 services$54.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Seat attachment, walker E0156

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers15 claims15 services$14.80 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

2 suppliers13 claims13 services$59.99 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 suppliers28 claims28 services$15.65 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$78.59 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$32.38 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

10 suppliers108 claims108 services$79.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

5 suppliers33 claims33 services$30.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

3 suppliers23 claims23 services$17.43 avg. paid by Medicare

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier48 claims48 services$30.57 avg. paid by Medicare

Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier38 claims38 services$7.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, portable, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds K0821

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD009N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$156.90 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 suppliers13 claims13 services$153.15 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 3

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

DR. DENISE KLINKER PHARM.D./M.B.A.

Pharmacist (Geriatric)

2205 NW 40TH TER, SUITE B
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Alachua County (352) 375-1999

DEBBIE SPIVAK, DPM, PA

Podiatrist (Primary Podiatric Medicine)

2205 NW 40TH TER, STE C
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Alachua County (352) 380-2300

ALAN A GOLDBLATT MD PA

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)

2205 NW 40TH TER, STE B
GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Alachua County (352) 375-1999

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 Joel Rich's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Rich is 1952336000. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006.

Where is Joel Rich located?

Joel Rich practices at 2205 NW 40th Ter Ste B, Gainesville, FL 32605. The listed phone number is (352) 375-1999.

What is Joel Rich's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Geriatric Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RG0300X.

Is Joel Rich enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joel Rich is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Joel Rich's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joel Rich reassigns Medicare benefits to Alan A Goldblatt MD PA (Gainesville, FL). The 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 Joel Rich's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joel Rich accept?

Health plans from Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) list Joel Rich 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 Joel Rich affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joel Rich is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital, Hca Florida Lake City Hospital and Hca Florida North Florida Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Rich was last updated on March 19, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.