Quick answers
- Which hospitals does Richard Thunder work at?
- Medicare's official clinician data lists Richard Thunder at 3 hospitals: Northern Inyo Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
- Where does Richard Thunder see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 4 practice locations, including Del Mar, CA, Bishop, CA and La Jolla, CA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Richard Thunder's specialty?
- Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
- Does Richard Thunder accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says Richard Thunder may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- Does Richard Thunder offer telehealth?
- Medicare's clinician data says Richard Thunder offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
- What is the phone number for Richard Thunder?
- (760) 873-5811, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Richard Thunder's NPI number?
- 1780602276. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Hospitals where Richard Thunder works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Richard Thunder at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.
- Northern Inyo HospitalBishop, CA · Critical Access Hospital · CCN 051324
- Scripps Memorial Hospital - EncinitasEncinitas, CA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 050503
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La JollaLa Jolla, CA · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 050324
Practice locations
Addresses where Richard Thunder is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 12865 Pointe Del Mar Way, Suite 200Del Mar, CA 92014
- 150 Pioneer LnBishop, CA 93514 (760) 873‑5811
- 152 Pioneer Ln, Suite ABishop, CA 93514 (760) 873‑2605
- 9850 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 535‑1075
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Richard Thunder as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Northern Inyo Healthcare District108 clinicians in the group
- Torrey Pines Orthopaedic Medical Group Inc16 clinicians in the group
- La Jolla Orthopedic Trauma Inc2 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in Del Mar
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Del Mar, CA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Stanford University School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1999 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| Telehealth | Offers telehealth services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1780602276 |
| 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
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- 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