29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Richardson, Internist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Ladonna Richardson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Richardson graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed her residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Richardson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richardson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richardson’s office at (205) 877-2761.
Where did Dr. Richardson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Richardson board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ladonna Richardson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Richardson speak?
Dr. Richardson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Richardson treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Other Types of Obesity
- Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E668: Other obesity
Also known as:
- Stroke
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Richardson perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ladonna Richardson 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. Richardson's office.
Does Dr. Richardson accept my insurance?
Dr. Richardson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 877-2761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richardson accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Richardson in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?
Dr. Ladonna Richardson's Primary Practice
513 Brookwood Blvd Ste 50
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 877-2761
What is Dr. Richardson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699884676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richardson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richardson
What is Dr. Ladonna Richardson's specialty?
Dr. Richardson is a Internist near Birmingham, AL.
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. Richardson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ladonna Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Richardson 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 Ladonna Richardson accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ladonna Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ladonna Richardson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (205) 877-2761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ladonna Richardson?
Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (205) 877-2761 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ladonna Richardson have?
Dr. Ladonna Richardson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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