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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richards, Critical Care Internist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Karol Richards, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. 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 (828) 322-2005.
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?
As a Critical Care 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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
Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karol Richards may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Richards' office.
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 322-2005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Richards in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Karol Richards' Primary Practice
915 Tate Blvd SE Ste 182
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 322-2005
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An 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 1639200025.
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. Karol Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Critical Care Internist near Hickory, NC. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karol Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Karol Richards accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Karol Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karol Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (828) 322-2005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karol Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (828) 322-2005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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