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Dr. Richard Kemmerlin, MD

Greenville, SC

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kemmerlin, Family Medicine Specialist in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Richard Kemmerlin, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Kemmerlin graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Spartanburg Reg Hlthcare Sys, Family Medicine. Dr. Kemmerlin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kemmerlin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kemmerlin’s office at (864) 234-7000.

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

    • Residency: Spartanburg Reg Hlthcare Sys, Family Medicine | Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Kemmerlin board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Kemmerlin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kemmerlin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kemmerlin typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kemmerlin 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. Kemmerlin. 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 here.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kemmerlin typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kemmerlin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kemmerlin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kemmerlin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 234-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kemmerlin accept in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Kemmerlin in Greenville, SC 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 North Dakota

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kemmerlin's office located?

    Dr. Richard Kemmerlin's Primary Practice

    1817 Woodruff Rd

    Greenville, SC 29607

    (864) 234-7000

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

    Dr. Kemmerlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346397486.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kemmerlin?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Kemmerlin's specialty?

    Dr. Kemmerlin is a Family Medicine Specialist near Greenville, SC.

    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 Kemmerlin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kemmerlin is affiliated with Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Pelham Medical Center, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Richard Kemmerlin accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Kemmerlin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Kemmerlin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kemmerlin's office at (864) 234-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Kemmerlin?

    Please contact Dr. Kemmerlin's office at (864) 234-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kemmerlin have?

    Dr. Richard Kemmerlin is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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