Robert Lawrence Richard, MD
Robert Lawrence Richard is a Surgery specialist based in Suwanee, GA with over 33 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 33 years in surgery, Robert Lawrence Richard, MD is a long-established surgery specialist in Suwanee. Trained at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (class of 1993), he has been practicing for over 33 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 12% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1120 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Suwanee, GA 30024-2013
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202376.58/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-7 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better13.74%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+8.6 pts)
13.74% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.2 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
84
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
61
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
182
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$193 received from industry
2 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 Robert Lawrence Richard's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1993
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 13, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Class of 1993)
Mailing address
Po Box 658, Gainesville, GA 30503-0658
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Robert Lawrence Richard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert Lawrence Richard for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Suwanee 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 Robert Lawrence Richard
NPI records show Dr. Richard as active with telehealth listed in Suwanee, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (678) 207-4620.
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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Practice Location
1120 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Suwanee, GA 30024-2013
Mailing Address
Po Box 658, Gainesville, GA 30503-0658
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