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Dr. Paul Richards, MD

St Petersburg, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richards, Emergency Medicine Specialist in St Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Paul Richards, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in St Petersburg, FL. Dr. Richards graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (215) 762-2374.

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

    • Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Richards speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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. Richards typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Richards may include:

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

    Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 762-2374 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in St Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Richards in St Petersburg, FL 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Florida

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    Where is Dr. Richards' office located?

    Dr. Paul Richards' Primary Practice

    4900 49th St N

    St Petersburg, FL 33709

    (215) 762-2374

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    What hospitals are Dr. Richards affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Richards has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Hca Florida Northside Hospital,Saint Petersburg, FL
    Hca Florida Largo West Hospital,Largo, FL
    Baycare Health System - St. Anthonys Hospital,St Petersburg, FL
    Hca Florida St. Petersburg Hospital,Saint Petersburg, FL
    Winter Haven Hospital,Winter Haven, FL

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

    Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275896797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Richards's specialty?

    Dr. Richards is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near St Petersburg, FL.

    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. Paul Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Morton Plant 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

    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. Paul Richards accepting new patients in St Petersburg, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Richards is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Richards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richards' office at (215) 762-2374 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Richards?

    Please contact Dr. Richards' office at (215) 762-2374 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richards' office located?

    Dr. Richards' office is located in St Petersburg, FL.