36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Richards, Internist in Somerset, NJ?
Dr. David Richards, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Somerset, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Richards graduated from University of Birmingham College of Medical and Dental Sciences and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Medical Oncology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (732) 390-7750.
Where did Dr. Richards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Medical Oncology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Internal Medicine | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Birmingham College of Medical and Dental Sciences
Is Dr. Richards board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. David Richards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Richards diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Richards. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Iron
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
- Pernicious Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
Also known as:
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Bleeding Disorder
- Antiphospholipid syndrome
- APS
- Hughes syndrome
- Sticky blood syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6861: Antiphospholipid syndrome
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bleeding Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Coagulation Disorder
- Clotting Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- D689: Coagulation defect, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
- Lymphoma
- Waldenstrm macroglobulinemia
- Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma', 'WM Lymphoma', 'Waldenstrom's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- C880: Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Richards may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Richards' office.
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 390-7750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Somerset, NJ?
Dr. Richards in Somerset, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. David Richards' Primary Practice
75 Veronica Ave Ste 201
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 390-7750
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235129396.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richards
What is Dr. David Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Internist near Somerset, NJ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. David Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Richards is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is David Richards accepting new patients in Somerset, NJ?
Yes, Dr. David Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (732) 390-7750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (732) 390-7750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Richards have?
Dr. David Richards is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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