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Dr. Richard Alford, MD

Dr. Richard Alford, MD

Surgeon, Specialist

Bryan, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alford, Surgeon in Bryan, TX?

    Dr. Richard Alford, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bryan, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alford graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at C T Hayden Vet Affairs M C, General Surgery. Dr. Alford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alford’s office at (979) 776-5631.

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

    • Residency: C T Hayden Vet Affairs M C, General Surgery | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Alford board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Alford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Alford speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Alford typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Alford 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. Alford. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Alford typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Alford performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alford. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter
    • Tunneled central line placement
    • Central venous access device insertion
    • Hickman catheter insertion
    • Broviac catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
    • 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscess
    • Peritoneal Abscess Drainage
    • Abdominal Infection Drainage
    • Open Peritonitis Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 49020: Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, exclusive of appendiceal abscess, open

    Does Dr. Alford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 776-5631 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alford accept in Bryan, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Exclusive Care

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alford's office located?

    105 Chi St Joseph Health General Surger

    2700 E 29th St Ste 105

    Bryan, TX 77802

    (979) 776-5631

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    Dr. Richard Alford's Practice 2

    101 Vision Park Blvd Ste 100

    Shenandoah, TX 77384

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    Dr. Richard Alford's Practice 3

    710 Cypress Creek Pkwy

    Houston, TX 77090

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

    Dr. Alford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205946340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alford?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Alford's specialty?

    Dr. Alford is a Surgeon near Bryan, TX.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

    Yes, Dr. Alford is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest, St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, Tx 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

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    Is Dr. Richard Alford accepting new patients in Bryan, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Alford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (979) 776-5631 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (979) 776-5631 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alford's office located?

    Dr. Alford's offices are located in Bryan, TX, Shenandoah, TX, and Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Alford have?

    Dr. Richard Alford is certified by the American Board of Surgery.