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Dr. Richard Massen, MD

Asheville, NC

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Massen, Surgeon in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Richard Massen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Massen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Massen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Massen’s office at (828) 213-1992.

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

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Massen board certified in Surgeon?

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

    What languages does Dr. Massen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Massen treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Massen 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. Massen. 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:

    • 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:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Which procedures does Dr. Massen perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Massen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Massen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Massen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-1992 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Massen accept in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Massen in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Massen's office located?

    Dr. Richard Massen's Primary Practice

    1 Hospital Dr Ste 4200

    Asheville, NC 28801

    (828) 213-1992

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    Dr. Richard Massen's Practice 2

    14 Medical Park Dr

    Asheville, NC 28803

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    Dr. Richard Massen's Practice 3

    189 Hospital Dr

    Spruce Pine, NC 28777

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

    Dr. Massen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356370894.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Massen?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Massen's specialty?

    Dr. Massen is a Surgeon near Asheville, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Massen to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Massen is affiliated with Mission Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Surgeon?

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    Is Richard Massen accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Massen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Massen's office at (828) 213-1992 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Massen?

    Please contact Dr. Massen's office at (828) 213-1992 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Massen have?

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

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