Steven Lawrence Richards, MD
Steven Lawrence Richards is an Urology specialist based in Monroe, NJ with over 33 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Steven Lawrence Richards, MD has been part of the Monroe medical community since 2005 in group practice. A Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University graduate since 1993, he brings 33+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 49% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1535dNPPES updated 2022-03-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
312 Applegarth Rd Ste 209, Monroe, NJ 08831-5347
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.43%
New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Jersey0.43% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
907
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
833
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,953
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $672k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 (+2%) — 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 (-6%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$532 received from industry
35 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Steven Lawrence Richards'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 · Mar 9, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Class of 1993)
Mailing address
1 Diamond Hill Rd, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922-2104
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Steven Lawrence Richards
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Steven Lawrence Richards for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Monroe 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 Steven Lawrence Richards
Dr. Richards is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Monroe, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (732) 651-2058.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Steven Lawrence Richards
Practice Location
312 Applegarth Rd Ste 209, Monroe, NJ 08831-5347
Mailing Address
1 Diamond Hill Rd, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922-2104
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