EverydayHealthLogo
RT

Dr. Richard Turner

Fort Worth, TX

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turner, Pediatrician in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Richard Turner is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Turner graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Turner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turner’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turner’s office at (888) 822-2855.

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

    • Residency: Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Of N Tx Hlth Sci Ctr- Tx Coll Osteo Med- Ft Worth Tx | University Of North Texas Health Science Center

    Is Dr. Turner board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Turner is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Turner speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Turner treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
    • Uncommon Metabolic Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Turner perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Turner may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Turner's office.

    Does Dr. Turner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 822-2855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turner accept in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Turner in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Cook Children's

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Parkland Community Health Plan

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Richard Turner's Primary Practice

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    (888) 822-2855

    Get Directions

    Dr. Richard Turner's Practice 2

    1400 8th Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033171764.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turner?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Turner's specialty?

    Dr. Turner is a Pediatrician near Fort Worth, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Turner to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Turner is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, Medical City Arlington Hospital, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Richard Turner accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Turner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (888) 822-2855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Turner?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (888) 822-2855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Turner have?

    Dr. Richard Turner is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

    Other Pediatrician Near Fort Worth, TX

    AT

    Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Fort Worth, TX
    CS

    Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Fort Worth, TX
    CB

    Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Fort Worth, TX
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists