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Dr. Carl Richard, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Kaplan, LA

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richard, Family Medicine Specialist in Kaplan, LA?

    Dr. Carl Richard, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kaplan, LA. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. Richard completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Confederate Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Richard is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richard’s office at (337) 643-8583.

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

    • Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Confederate Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Confederate Mem Med Center

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Richard speak?

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

    • English
    • French

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richard 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. Richard. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Richard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 643-8583 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richard accept in Kaplan, LA?

    Dr. Richard in Kaplan, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • WebTPA

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    Where is Dr. Richard's office located?

    Dr. Carl Richard's Primary Practice

    204 Jackson Ave

    Kaplan, LA 70548

    (337) 643-8583

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

    Dr. Richard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619027232.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richard?

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

    What is Dr. Carl Richard's specialty?

    Dr. Richard is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kaplan, LA.

    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 Dr. Carl Richard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richard is affiliated with Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion 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 Dr. Carl Richard accepting new patients in Kaplan, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Carl Richard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (337) 643-8583 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carl Richard?

    Please contact Dr. Richard's office at (337) 643-8583 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richard's office located?

    Dr. Richard's office is located in Kaplan, LA.