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Dr. Richard Evans, MD

Rheumatologist

Asheville, NC

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Evans, Rheumatologist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Richard Evans, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Evans graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Evans is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Evans’s office at (828) 697-6050.

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

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Evans board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Evans, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Evans speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Evans typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Evans 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. Evans. 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:

    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Polyarthritis
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Temporal Arteritis
    • GCA
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M315: Giant cell arteritis with polymyalgia rheumatica

    Also known as:

    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • PMR
    • Inflammatory Rheumatism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Evans typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Evans may include:

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

    Does Dr. Evans accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Evans' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Evans' office located?

    Dr. Richard Evans' Primary Practice

    1100 Tunnel Rd

    Asheville, NC 28805

    (828) 697-6050

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    Dr. Richard Evans' Practice 2

    840 Fleming St

    Hendersonville, NC 28791

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

    Dr. Evans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194745075.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Evans?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Evans's specialty?

    Dr. Evans is a Rheumatologist near Asheville, NC.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

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

    No, Dr. Evans is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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. Richard Evans accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Evans offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Evans' office at (828) 697-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Evans' office at (828) 697-6050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Evans' office located?

    Dr. Evans' offices are located in Asheville, NC and Hendersonville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Evans have?

    Dr. Richard Evans is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.