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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. 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 Medicare, 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 and 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, and 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 as a 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 a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richards typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Pregnancy Diabetes
- Diabetes developed during pregnancy
- GDM
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control
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:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester
What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richards typically perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richards performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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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.
What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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