43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richter, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. James Richter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Richter graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Gastroenterology; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Richter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richter’s office at (617) 726-0607.
Where did Dr. Richter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Gastroenterology; Mass Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Richter board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Richter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Richter speak?
Dr. Richter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Richter treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Richter 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. Richter. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Richter perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Richter 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. Richter's office.
Does Dr. Richter accept my insurance?
Dr. Richter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-0607 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richter accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Richter in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richter's office located?
What is Dr. Richter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275516643.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richter
What is Dr. James Richter's specialty?
Dr. Richter is a Internist near Boston, MA.
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. Richter to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Richter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richter is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is James Richter accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. James Richter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Richter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (617) 726-0607 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Richter?
Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (617) 726-0607 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Richter have?
Dr. James Richter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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