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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richards, Family Medicine Specialist in Sheffield, AL?
Dr. Katherine Richards is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sheffield, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (256) 386-4196.
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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richards typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richards typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Richards may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (256) 386-4196 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Sheffield, AL?
Dr. Richards in Sheffield, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Katherine Richards' Primary Practice
1300 S Montgomery Ave
Sheffield, AL 35660
(256) 386-4196
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 1801306519.
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. Katherine Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sheffield, AL.
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 this Dr. Katherine Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Center, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General 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
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Is Katherine Richards accepting new patients in Sheffield, AL?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (256) 386-4196 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (256) 386-4196 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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