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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richards, Surgeon in Rehoboth Beach, DE?
Dr. Matthew Richards, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rehoboth Beach, DE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Richards graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (302) 703-3595.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Richards?
Dr. Matthew Richards, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Richards empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rehoboth Beach/DE community, Dr. Richards is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Richards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Drexel University 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 Dr. Richards treat?
As a Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Changes in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast conditions
- Fibrocystic changes left breast
- Left mammary dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6092: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of left breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous right breast changes
- Right breast benign dysplasia
- Right breast fibrocystic changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6091: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of right breast
Also known as:
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast calcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Matthew Richards 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. Richards' office.
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 703-3595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Rehoboth Beach, DE?
Dr. Richards in Rehoboth Beach, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Matthew Richards' Primary Practice
18947 John J Williams Hwy Unit 205
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
(302) 703-3595
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An 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 1003255332.
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. Matthew Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Surgeon near Rehoboth Beach, DE. 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. Richards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare 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
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Is Matthew Richards accepting new patients in Rehoboth Beach, DE?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (302) 703-3595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (302) 703-3595 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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