34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brackett, Rheumatologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Richard Brackett, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Brackett graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at University of Tennessee Program. Dr. Brackett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brackett’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brackett’s office at (423) 893-6890.
Where did Dr. Brackett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Brackett speak?
Dr. Brackett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Brackett typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Brackett 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. Brackett. 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:
- 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0570: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of unspecified site without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Brackett typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Brackett may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Brackett's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brackett accept my insurance?
Dr. Brackett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 893-6890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brackett accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Brackett in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brackett's office located?
Dr. Richard Brackett's Primary Practice
6145 Shallowford Rd Ste 102
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 893-6890
What is Dr. Brackett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brackett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568564672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brackett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brackett
What is Dr. Richard Brackett's specialty?
Dr. Brackett is a Rheumatologist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Richard Brackett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brackett is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center, Erlanger Baroness Hospital 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 a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Brackett accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Richard Brackett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Brackett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brackett's office at (423) 893-6890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Brackett?
Please contact Dr. Brackett's office at (423) 893-6890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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