Quick answers
- Where does Richard E. Torkelson see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Cheyenne, WY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Richard E. Torkelson's specialty?
- Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
- Does Richard E. Torkelson accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Richard E. Torkelson accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Richard E. Torkelson?
- (307) 632-9261, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Richard E. Torkelson's NPI number?
- 1477548881. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Richard E. Torkelson is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 5320 Education DrCheyenne, WY 82009 (307) 632‑9261
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Richard E. Torkelson as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Cheyenne Orthopaedics PC3 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in Cheyenne
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Cheyenne, WY — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine, Denver |
| Graduation year | 1971 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1477548881 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians