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RICHARD MURRAY WACHSMAN MD
NPI 1972683720
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in La Jolla, CA

Active since October 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5580 LA JOLLA BLVD # 46, LA JOLLA, CA 92037(858) 453-1145(858) 453-1796 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Richard Murray Wachsman Md NPPES

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

RICHARD MURRAY WACHSMAN MD (NPI 1972683720) is an individual psychiatry provider in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (G26231) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Washington University School Of Medicine (1972).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972683720
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD MURRAY WACHSMANCredential: MD
Location Address5580 LA JOLLA BLVD # 46La Jolla, CA 92037-7651
Mailing Address5580 La Jolla Blvd # 46La Jolla, CA 92037-7651 · (858) 453-1145 · Fax (858) 453-1796
Phone(858) 453-1145
Fax(858) 453-1796
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWashington University School Of MedicineGraduated 1972
Enumeration DateOctober 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1972683720 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G26231
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
5580 LA JOLLA BLVD # 46, La Jolla, CA 92037
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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 Murray Wachsman 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 ID6305934829
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071116000633
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 3

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.

Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 45 minutes 90836
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management is a 45-minute session where a healthcare provider discusses your mental and emotional health. They assess your current state, manage any issues, and help you develop coping strategies. This service aims to improve your overall well-being.
423 services51 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.
369 services51 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.
55 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92037 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
$184.71 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $46.17 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

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 Wachsman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Wachsman is 1972683720. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 16, 2006.

Where is Richard Wachsman located?

Richard Wachsman practices at 5580 La Jolla Blvd # 46, La Jolla, CA 92037. The listed phone number is (858) 453-1145.

What is Richard Wachsman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Richard Wachsman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Wachsman 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Wachsman was last updated on July 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.