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Dr. Douglas Richards, MD
Salt Lake City, UT
38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richards, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Douglas Richards, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Richards completed his residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Richards is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Richards?
Dr. Douglas Richards, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Richards empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fetal Abnormalities, Fetal Echocardiography, Genetic Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Salt Lake City/UT community, Dr. Richards is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Richards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology | U Utah Sch Med
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut
Is Dr. Richards board certified in Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Richards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal 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.
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
Also known as:
- Gestational Diabetes
- Insulin-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Pregnancy Diabetes
- Diabetes developed during pregnancy
- GDM
- Pregnancy Diabetes on Insulin
- Insulin for Gestational Diabetes
- GDM with Insulin
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control
- O24414: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, insulin controlled
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Past Obstetric Problems
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring Pregnancy After Reproductive Issues
- Specialized Pregnancy Care for Previous Complications
- High-Risk Obstetric History Management
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09299: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, unspecified trimester
- O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Baby Growing Too Slowly
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal growth restriction
- Small for gestational age
- Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365990: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, unspecified trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99210: Obesity complicating pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Pre-existing High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure Caused by Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure Before Pregnancy
- Pregnancy with Pre-existing Hypertension
- Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
- Gestational Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10919: Unspecified pre-existing hypertension complicating pregnancy, unspecified trimester
- O139: Gestational [pregnancy-induced] hypertension without significant proteinuria, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Twin Pregnancy
- Twins, Triplets, Multiple Births
- Pregnancy with twins
- Having twins
- Twin gestation
- Expecting twins
ICD-10 Codes:
- O30049: Twin pregnancy, dichorionic/diamniotic, unspecified trimester
- O30039: Twin pregnancy, monochorionic/diamniotic, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care After Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
- Assisted Reproductive Technology
- Pregnancy monitoring after IVF
- Managing pregnancy after fertility treatment
- High-risk pregnancy after ART
- Pregnancy following fertility procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09819: Supervision of pregnancy resulting from assisted reproductive technology, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Supervision for Other High-Risk Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring for various high-risk pregnancies
- Managing other complex pregnancies
- Special care for high-risk pregnancy
- Unspecified high-risk pregnancy management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09899: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Pre-existing Diabetes in Pregnancy
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Pregnancy if You Have Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy
- High Blood Sugar in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy with Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24319: Unspecified pre-existing diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Mental health Disorder during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Mental Disorder
- Psychological conditions in pregnancy
- Maternal mental illness
- Emotional health during pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99340: Other mental disorders complicating pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care After Preterm Labor
- Childbirth Problems
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring pregnancy after preterm birth
- Follow-up for premature labor history
- Managing pregnancy after early labor
- Subsequent pregnancy after preterm labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09219: Supervision of pregnancy with history of pre-term labor, unspecified trimester
Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Richards may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Richards in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Express Scripts
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
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 1992726509.
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. Douglas Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Salt Lake City, UT. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center, LDS 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
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Is Douglas Richards accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Richards have?
Dr. Douglas Richards is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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