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Dr. Robert Richards, MD

Dr. Robert Richards, MD

Kennesaw, GA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richards, Gastroenterologist in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Robert Richards, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Richards graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Richards is fluent in English 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 (318) 769-4010.

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

    • Medical School: New York Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Richards speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, 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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Vomiting Blood
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Hematemesis
    • Bloody Vomit
    • Upper GI Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
    • K921: Melena
    • K920: Hematemesis

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Bile Duct or Gallbladder Disease
    • Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Biliary Tract Disorder
    • General Bile Duct Problem
    • Unspecified Biliary Condition
    • Specific Biliary Disorders
    • Named Bile Duct Conditions
    • Other Defined Biliary Diseases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K839: Disease of biliary tract, unspecified
    • K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
    • Acute Pancreas Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    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

    Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 769-4010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Richards in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Richards' office located?

    Dr. Robert Richards' Primary Practice

    5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220

    Kennesaw, GA 30152

    (318) 769-4010

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    Dr. Robert Richards' Practice 2

    3950 Austell Rd

    Austell, GA 30106

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    Dr. Robert Richards' Practice 3

    201 4th St Ste 3F

    Alexandria, LA 71301

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    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 1033143797.

    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. Robert Richards's specialty?

    Dr. Richards is a Gastroenterologist near Kennesaw, GA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center 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

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    Is Robert Richards accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Richards is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Richards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (318) 769-4010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Richards?

    Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (318) 769-4010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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