Elie M Richa, M.D.
With over 26 years in internal medicine, Elie M Richa, M.D. is a long-established hematology & oncology specialist in Eureka. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 26 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
Older · 799dNPPES updated 2024-02-27 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better13.91%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+8.8 pts)
13.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
586
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
286
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,078
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.97M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$379 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Elie M Richa's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Feb 26, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
26 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 184012
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Elie M Richa for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Eureka required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elie M Richa
NPI records show Dr. Richa as active with telehealth listed in Eureka, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (707) 267-2060.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2700 Dolbeer St, Eureka, CA 95501-4736
Mailing Address
2700 Dolbeer St, Eureka, CA 95501-4736
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