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Dr. Richard Patten, MD

Dr. Richard Patten, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Taunton, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patten, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Taunton, MA?

    Dr. Richard Patten, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Taunton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patten completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Patten is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patten’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patten’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Patten?

    Dr. Richard Patten, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Patten empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Failure, Transplant Medicine-Heart, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Taunton, MA community, Dr. Patten is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md

    What languages does Dr. Patten speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Patten typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Patten 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. Patten. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Patten typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Patten may include:

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

    Does Dr. Patten accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patten accept in Taunton, MA?

    Dr. Patten in Taunton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Patten's office located?

    Dr. Richard Patten's Primary Practice

    72 Washington St Ste 1700

    Taunton, MA 02780

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    8 St Eliz Med Center

    11 Nevins St Ste 202

    Brighton, MA 02135

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    Dr. Richard Patten's Practice 3

    2110 Dorchester Ave

    Dorchester, MA 02124

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

    Dr. Patten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992813042.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patten?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Patten's specialty?

    Dr. Patten is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Taunton, MA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

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

    Yes, Dr. Patten is affiliated with Boston Medical Center - Brighton, Tufts Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Richard Patten accepting new patients in Taunton, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Patten offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patten's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Patten's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Patten's office located?

    Dr. Patten's offices are located in Taunton, MA, Brighton, MA, and Dorchester, MA.