Georgianna M Richards, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Georgianna M Richards is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Beckley, WV with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 26 years in psychiatry & neurology, Georgianna M Richards, MD is a long-established neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist in Beckley. A Howard University College of Medicine graduate since 2000, she brings 26+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 23% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1402dNPPES updated 2022-07-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at West Virginia Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202359.81/100
West Virginia avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-23.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.16%
West Virginia avg: 3.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
1.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.1%
West Virginia avg: 82.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
177
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
244
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,157
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.37M
Percentile rankings compared against 528 reporting peers in West Virginia.
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 Anxiety Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.9k received from industry
152 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Georgianna M Richards's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
Howard University College of Medicine
26 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Howard University College of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Georgianna M Richards
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Georgianna M Richards for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Beckley 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 Georgianna M Richards
NPI records show Dr. Richards as active with telehealth listed in Beckley, WV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (304) 894-8975.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Georgianna M Richards
Practice Location
415 Carriage Dr, Beckley, WV 25801-2805
Mailing Address
415 Carriage Dr, Beckley, WV 25801-2805
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