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Dr. Richard Mitchell, MD

Richmond, VA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mitchell, Gastroenterologist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Richard Mitchell, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mitchell graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mitchell is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitchell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchell’s office at (804) 282-3114.

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

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mitchell board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Mitchell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mitchell speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Mitchell treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Proctitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Left-Sided Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Ulcerative Rectosigmoiditis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Chronic Proctitis with Bloody Stool
    • Rectal Inflammation with Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding from Proctitis
    • Distal Colitis with Bleeding
    • UC with Rectal Hemorrhage
    • Bloody Stools from Colitis
    • Chronic Rectosigmoiditis with Bloody Stool
    • Rectosigmoiditis with GI Bleeding
    • Distal Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Chronic Pancolitis with Complications
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Complications
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
    • Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding from Pancolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K51211: Ulcerative (chronic) proctitis with rectal bleeding
    • K51511: Left sided colitis with rectal bleeding
    • K51311: Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with rectal bleeding
    • K51018: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with other complication
    • K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Bowel Blockage
    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Rectal Bleeding
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine with Rectal Bleeding
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine with Fistula
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Fistulas
    • Small Bowel Crohn's with Obstruction', 'Ileitis with Intestinal Blockage', 'Bowel Obstruction from Crohn's
    • Small Bowel Crohn's with Bloody Stool', 'Ileitis with Rectal Bleeding', 'GI Bleeding from Crohn's
    • Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Crohn's Disease with Issues
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Complications
    • Large Bowel Crohn's with Issues
    • Complicated Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's with Problems
    • Large Bowel Crohn's with Bloody Stool
    • Crohn's Colitis with Rectal Bleeding', 'GI Bleeding from Large Intestine Crohn's
    • Crohn's Colitis with Fistula', 'Large Bowel Crohn's with Fistula
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K50012: Crohn's disease of small intestine with intestinal obstruction
    • K50011: Crohn's disease of small intestine with rectal bleeding
    • K50918: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with other complication
    • K50118: Crohn's disease of large intestine with other complication
    • K50111: Crohn's disease of large intestine with rectal bleeding
    • K50113: Crohn's disease of large intestine with fistula

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing in throat
    • Esophageal swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Mitchell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 282-3114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchell accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Mitchell in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Continental Life Insurance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • Transamerica Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?

    Dr. Richard Mitchell's Primary Practice

    7605 Forest Ave Ste 211

    Richmond, VA 23229

    (804) 282-3114

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

    Dr. Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457434920.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchell?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Mitchell's specialty?

    Dr. Mitchell is a Gastroenterologist near Richmond, VA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Mitchell to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Hca Henrico Doctors' 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

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    Is Richard Mitchell accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Mitchell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (804) 282-3114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Mitchell?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (804) 282-3114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Mitchell have?

    Dr. Richard Mitchell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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