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Dr. Gregory Richardson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Evanston, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richardson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Gregory Richardson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 1 additional practice location. 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 at (559) 459-5097.

    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:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory 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 call our office at (559) 459-5097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richardson accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Richardson in Evanston, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Longevity Health Founders

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Richardson's Primary Practice

    355 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60202

    (559) 459-5097

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    Dr. Gregory Richardson's Practice 2

    77 N Airlite St

    Elgin, IL 60123

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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 1710326038.

    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. Gregory Richardson's specialty?

    Dr. Richardson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Evanston, IL.

    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. Gregory Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richardson is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic 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

    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. Gregory Richardson accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Gregory Richardson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (559) 459-5097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (559) 459-5097 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Richardson's offices are located in Evanston, IL and Elgin, IL.