31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Royal, Surgeon in Biddeford, ME?
Dr. Richard Royal, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Biddeford, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Royal graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine. Dr. Royal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Royal’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Royal’s office.
Where did Dr. Royal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Royal board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Royal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Royal speak?
Dr. Royal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Royal treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Royal 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. Royal. 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:
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of the Left Leg or Hip
- Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
- Facial Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
- Right Arm Melanoma
- Right Shoulder Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Left Leg Melanoma
- Left Hip Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Left Leg
- Right Leg Melanoma
- Right Hip Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb Melanoma
- Malignant Facial Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Face
- Melanoma on Face
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
- C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4372: Malignant melanoma of left lower limb, including hip
- C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip
- C4339: Malignant melanoma of other parts of face
- C4330: Malignant melanoma of unspecified part of face
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- Skin Malignancy
- Skin Neoplasm
- Cutaneous Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C4490: Unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin, unspecified
- C4499: Other specified malignant neoplasm of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Sarcoma of left leg
- Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
- Connective tissue cancer of left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
- C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Appendix
- Colonic Disease
- Indeterminate appendix mass
- Appendix tumor of unknown nature
- Appendix neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D373: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of appendix
Which procedures does Dr. Royal perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Royal may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Royal's office.
Does Dr. Royal accept my insurance?
Dr. Royal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Royal accept in Biddeford, ME?
Dr. Royal in Biddeford, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Royal's office located?
What is Dr. Royal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Royal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598901316.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Royal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Royal
What is Dr. Richard Royal's specialty?
Dr. Royal is a Surgeon near Biddeford, ME. 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. Royal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Royal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Royal is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Pen Bay Medical Center 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
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Is Richard Royal accepting new patients in Biddeford, ME?
Yes, Dr. Richard Royal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Royal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Royal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Royal?
Please contact Dr. Royal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Royal have?
Dr. Richard Royal is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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