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Dr. Richard Hughlett, MD

Shelby, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hughlett, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Shelby, NC?

    Dr. Richard Hughlett, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shelby, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hughlett graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hughlett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughlett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughlett’s office at (704) 487-3131.

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

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Hughlett board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hughlett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hughlett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughlett typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hughlett 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. Hughlett. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughlett typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Hughlett may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hughlett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hughlett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 487-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hughlett accept in Shelby, NC?

    Dr. Hughlett in Shelby, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliance Health

    • American Plan Administrators

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hughlett's office located?

    Dr. Richard Hughlett's Primary Practice

    201 E Grover St

    Shelby, NC 28150

    (704) 487-3131

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    Dr. Richard Hughlett's Practice 2

    706 W King St

    Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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

    Dr. Hughlett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780724674.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughlett?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Hughlett's specialty?

    Dr. Hughlett is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Shelby, NC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Richard Hughlett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hughlett is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, Caromont Regional Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Hughlett accepting new patients in Shelby, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Hughlett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hughlett's office at (704) 487-3131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Hughlett?

    Please contact Dr. Hughlett's office at (704) 487-3131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hughlett have?

    Dr. Richard Hughlett is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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