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Dr. Kathryn Richards, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Medina, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richards, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Medina, OH?

    Dr. Kathryn Richards, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Medina, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (216) 444-2273.

    What languages does Dr. Richards speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Richards typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Richards typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn 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 (216) 444-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Medina, OH?

    Dr. Richards in Medina, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Richards' office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Richards' Primary Practice

    1000 E Washington St

    Medina, OH 44256

    (216) 444-2273

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    Center For Connected Care

    6801 Brecksville Rd Ste 10

    Independence, OH 44131

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    Dr. Kathryn Richards' Practice 3

    12300 McCracken Rd

    Garfield Heights, OH 44125

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    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 1649598061.

    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. Kathryn Richards's specialty?

    Dr. Richards is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Medina, OH.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Kathryn Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Medina Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Kathryn Richards accepting new patients in Medina, OH?

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

    Does Dr. Kathryn Richards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richards' office at (216) 444-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Richards' office at (216) 444-2273 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richards' office located?

    Dr. Richards' offices are located in Medina, OH, Independence, OH, and Garfield Heights, OH.