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Psychiatry

Richard I. Torban, MD

Sees patients in Palm Desert, CA · California

Summary

Richard I. Torban, MD (Psychiatry) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Palm Desert, CA. NPI 1477563575. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Richard I. Torban, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

PsychiatryPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
42Years since medical school (graduated 1984)
University Of Pittsburgh School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Richard I Torban a Professional CorporationGroup practice

Quick answers

Where does Richard I. Torban see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Palm Desert, CA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Richard I. Torban's specialty?
Medicare lists Psychiatry as the primary specialty.
Does Richard I. Torban accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Richard I. Torban may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
Does Richard I. Torban offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Richard I. Torban offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Richard I. Torban?
(760) 341-8878, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Richard I. Torban's NPI number?
1477563575. 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 I. Torban is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Richard I. Torban as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Richard I Torban a Professional Corporation3 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other psychiatrists in California

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in California — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
Graduation year1984
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1477563575
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians