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Who is Dr. Sears, Internist in Venice, FL?
Dr. Richard Sears, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Venice, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sears completed his residency at U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Internal Medicine; Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sears is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sears’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sears’s office at (941) 480-2800.
Where did Dr. Sears go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Internal Medicine; Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok
Is Dr. Sears board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sears, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sears speak?
Dr. Sears and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sears typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sears 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. Sears. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sears typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Sears may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sears' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sears accept my insurance?
Dr. Sears accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 480-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sears accept in Venice, FL?
Dr. Sears in Venice, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sears' office located?
What is Dr. Sears's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sears's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649283136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sears?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sears
What is Dr. Richard Sears's specialty?
Dr. Sears is a Internist near Venice, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Sears affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sears is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Sears accepting new patients in Venice, FL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sears is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Sears offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sears's office at (941) 480-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Sears?
Please contact Dr. Sears's office at (941) 480-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Sears have?
Dr. Richard Sears is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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