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Dr. Richard Waller, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Marks, MS

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waller, Family Medicine Specialist in Marks, MS?

    Dr. Richard Waller, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marks, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Waller graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Waller is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waller’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waller’s office at (662) 326-3502.

    Where did Dr. Waller go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Hosp, Family Medicine | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Waller board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Waller, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waller speak?

    Dr. Waller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waller typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Waller 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. Waller. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Waller typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Waller may include:

    Please contact Dr. Waller's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Waller accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 326-3502 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waller accept in Marks, MS?

    Dr. Waller in Marks, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waller's office located?

    Dr. Richard Waller's Primary Practice

    1024 Martin Luther King Dr

    Marks, MS 38646

    (662) 326-3502

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    Dr. Richard Waller's Practice 2

    551 Medical Dr

    Clarksdale, MS 38614

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    What is Dr. Waller's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Waller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821001041.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waller?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waller

    What is Dr. Richard Waller's specialty?

    Dr. Waller is a Family Medicine Specialist near Marks, MS.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Richard Waller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waller is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Richard Waller accepting new patients in Marks, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Waller is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Waller offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waller's office at (662) 326-3502 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Waller?

    Please contact Dr. Waller's office at (662) 326-3502 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waller's office located?

    Dr. Waller's offices are located in Marks, MS and Clarksdale, MS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Waller have?

    Dr. Richard Waller is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.