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Dr. Karol Richards, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist

Hickory, NC

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. 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Richards typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Richards typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karol 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 (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

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Karol Richards' Practice 2

    3511 W Market St Ste 100

    Greensboro, NC 27403

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    Dr. Karol Richards' Practice 3

    420 N Center St

    Hickory, NC 28601

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    What hospitals are Dr. Richards affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Richards has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Cape Fear Valley Medical Center,Fayetteville, NC

    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 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.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, Duke University 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care 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. 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' office at (828) 322-2005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Richards' office at (828) 322-2005 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richards' office located?

    Dr. Richards' offices are located in Hickory, NC and Greensboro, NC.