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Who is Dr. Smits, Family Medicine Specialist in Concord, NC?
Dr. Richard Smits, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Concord, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Smits graduated from Saba University / School of Medicine and completed his residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center Program. Dr. Smits is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smits’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smits’s office at (704) 786-6521.
Where did Dr. Smits go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New Hanover Regional Medical Center Program
Medical School: Saba University / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smits speak?
Dr. Smits and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smits typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smits 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. Smits. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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 with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Smits typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Smits may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Smits' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smits accept my insurance?
Dr. Smits accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 786-6521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smits accept in Concord, NC?
Dr. Smits in Concord, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smits' office located?
Dr. Richard Smits' Primary Practice
270 Copperfield Blvd NE Ste 102
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 786-6521
What is Dr. Smits's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smits's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184915845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smits?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smits
What is Dr. Richard Smits's specialty?
Dr. Smits is a Family Medicine Specialist near Concord, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Richard Smits affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smits is affiliated with Atrium Health Cabarrus, Firsthealth Moore Regional 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Smits accepting new patients in Concord, NC?
Yes, Dr. Richard Smits is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Smits offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smits's office at (704) 786-6521 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Smits?
Please contact Dr. Smits's office at (704) 786-6521 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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