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Who is Dr. Richard, Family Medicine Specialist in La Junta, CO?
Dr. Bhavitha Richard, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Junta, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Richard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richard’s office at (719) 383-5500.
What languages does Dr. Richard speak?
Dr. Richard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richard typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richard 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. Richard. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richard typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bhavitha Richard may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Richard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Richard accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 383-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richard accept in La Junta, CO?
Dr. Richard in La Junta, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amtrust North America
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
State of Colorado
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Richard's office located?
Dr. Bhavitha Richard's Primary Practice
1012 Belmont Ave
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 383-5500
What is Dr. Richard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578050571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richard
What is Dr. Bhavitha Richard's specialty?
Dr. Richard is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Junta, CO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Bhavitha Richard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richard is affiliated with Ascension St. John Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Bhavitha Richard accepting new patients in La Junta, CO?
Yes, Dr. Bhavitha Richard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bhavitha Richard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (719) 383-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bhavitha Richard?
Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (719) 383-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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