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Dr. Kristopher Richardson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pontiac, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richardson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Kristopher Richardson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Richardson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richardson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richardson’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Richardson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richardson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richardson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristopher Richardson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Richardson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richardson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richardson accept in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Richardson in Pontiac, MI 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 Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Kristopher Richardson's Primary Practice

    50 N Perry St

    Pontiac, MI 48342

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    Dr. Kristopher Richardson's Practice 2

    805 W Cedar St

    Standish, MI 48658

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    Dr. Kristopher Richardson's Practice 3

    10000 Telegraph Rd

    Taylor, MI 48180

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

    Dr. Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659528958.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richardson?

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

    What is Dr. Kristopher Richardson's specialty?

    Dr. Richardson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pontiac, MI.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Kristopher Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richardson is affiliated with Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Dmc Sinai-Grace Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kristopher Richardson accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Kristopher Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristopher Richardson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristopher Richardson?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Richardson's offices are located in Pontiac, MI, Standish, MI, and Taylor, MI.