23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lords, Internist in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Richard Lords, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brockton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Lords graduated from University degli Studi G. d'Annunzio Chieti-Pescara Scuola di Medicina e Scienze della Salute and completed his residency at Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lords is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lords’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lords’s office at (508) 941-6134.
Where did Dr. Lords go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Flushing Hospital Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Di Bologna, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia, Bologna | University degli Studi G. d'Annunzio Chieti-Pescara Scuola di Medicina e Scienze della Salute
Is Dr. Lords board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lords, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lords speak?
Dr. Lords and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lords typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lords 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. Lords. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Anorectal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Rectal Disorder
- Fistula between Anus and Rectum
- Perianal-Rectal Fistula
- Abnormal Anorectal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K605: Anorectal fistula
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lords typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lords 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. Lords' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lords accept my insurance?
Dr. Lords accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 941-6134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lords accept in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Lords in Brockton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lords' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lords affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lords has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Boston Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Boston Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton,Milton, MARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton,Milton, MA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Signature Healthcare - Brockton Hospital,Brockton, MA
Signature Healthcare - Brockton Hospital,Brockton, MA
Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Taunton Inc,Taunton, MA
Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Taunton Inc,Taunton, MA
Boston Medical Center - South Corporation,Brockton, MA
Boston Medical Center - South Corporation,Brockton, MA
What is Dr. Lords's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lords's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649296427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lords?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lords
What is Dr. Richard Lords's specialty?
Dr. Lords is an Internist near Brockton, MA.
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 Dr. Richard Lords affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lords is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton 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 Dr. Richard Lords accepting new patients in Brockton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lords is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lords offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lords' office at (508) 941-6134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Lords?
Please contact Dr. Lords' office at (508) 941-6134 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lords' office located?
Dr. Lords' offices are located in Brockton, MA and Abington, MA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lords have?
Dr. Richard Lords is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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