DR. ALAN B RICHARDS MD
NPI 1992709745
Ophthalmology - Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist in Shreveport, LA

Q: What is Alan Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Richards is 1992709745. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2005.

Q: What is Alan Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0110X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alan Richards was last updated on November 24, 2025. 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.

Active since June 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

112 WATERS EDGE DR, SHREVEPORT, LA 71106(318) 455-5569 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 24, 2025, Dec 11, 2020, Apr 20, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Dr. Alan B Richards Md NPPES

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

DR. ALAN B RICHARDS MD (NPI 1992709745) is an individual pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus specialist in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.05012R) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas (1975).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992709745

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207WX0110X

Provider Legal NameDR. ALAN B RICHARDSCredential: MD

Location Address112 WATERS EDGE DRShreveport, LA 71106-7774

Mailing Address112 Waters Edge DrShreveport, LA 71106-7774 · (318) 455-5569

Phone(318) 455-5569

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasGraduated 1975

Enumeration DateJune 9, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 24, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 24, 2025

✔ NPI 1992709745 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207WX0110X

License✔ Licensed in LA · MD.05012R

Definition

An ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management. The subspecialty includes the medical and surgical management of eye disorders found in children. Some of the more common disorders include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive error, cataract and glaucoma. These disorders may be related to neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or aging changes in the extraocular muscles requiring medical, optical and surgical management.

Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 05012R (LA)

112 WATERS EDGE DR, Shreveport, LA 71106

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Other Identifiers 5

Other129700001AR · Arkansas Medicaid

Medicaid1305553LA

Other180046317LA · Railroad Medicare

Other1053315846LA · Group Npi Number

Other106524503TX · Texas Medicaid

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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. Alan B Richards 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 ID1456416700

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090219000550

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.

Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060

This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.

48 services43 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.

31 services31 patients

Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012

This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.

21 services19 patients

Realignment of vertical eye muscle 67314

Realignment of vertical eye muscle is a surgical procedure aimed to correct problems with eye movement or alignment. This involves adjusting the length or position of eye muscles, helping your eyes to focus together properly. It's a common solution for conditions like strabismus (crossed eyes).

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport

Acute Care Hospitals · Shreveport, LA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number190098

Location1541 Kings HighwayShreveport, LA 71103 · Caddo County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71106 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

$124.60 typical visit price

range $53.43 – $164.73

Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$67.06 typical visit price

range $16.64 – $133.62

Typical copayment $16.76 (range $4.16 – $33.40)

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 Alan Richards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alan Richards is 1992709745. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2005.

Where is Alan Richards located?

Alan Richards practices at 112 Waters Edge Dr, Shreveport, LA 71106. The listed phone number is (318) 455-5569.

What is Alan Richards's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0110X.

Is Alan Richards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alan 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 Alan Richards accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 2 other insurers list Alan 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 Alan Richards affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alan Richards is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alan Richards was last updated on November 24, 2025. 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.