Patrick Richards, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Patrick Richards is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Sacramento, CA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patrick Richards, MD has practiced internal medicine for 22+ years, working in group practice. He has been practicing since 2008 — over 22 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. CMS MIPS quality score: 96.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3000 Q St, Sacramento, CA 95816-7058
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 82% of doctors in California on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.51/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Better than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better45.7%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-37.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
527
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
541
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,485
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.42M
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 Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$334 received from industry
7 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 Patrick Richards's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
22 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Mailing address
3400 Data Dr Physician Support Services, 2nd Floor, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670-7956
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190145
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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 Patrick Richards for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Sacramento 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 Patrick Richards
Dr. Richards is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sacramento, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (916) 733-3346.
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 Patrick Richards
Practice Location
3000 Q St, Sacramento, CA 95816-7058
Mailing Address
3400 Data Dr Physician Support Services, 2nd Floor, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670-7956
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