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Dr. Franz Richter, MD

Physiatrist, Specialist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Richter, Physiatrist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Franz Richter, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Richter graduated from Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando. Dr. Richter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richter’s office at (305) 260-1852.

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

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando

    What languages does Dr. Richter speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Richter typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Richter 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. Richter. 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:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Richter typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Franz Richter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Richter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 260-1852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richter accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Richter in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Richter's office located?

    Dr. Franz Richter's Primary Practice

    2525 SW 75th Ave

    Miami, FL 33155

    (305) 260-1852

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    What hospitals are Dr. Richter affiliated with?

    Dr. Richter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Larkin Community Hospital South Miami,South Miami, FL

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

    Dr. Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447272174.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richter?

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

    What is Dr. Franz Richter's specialty?

    Dr. Richter is a Physiatrist near Miami, FL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Franz Richter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Richter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Larkin Community Hospital South Miami. 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Franz Richter accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Franz Richter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Franz Richter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (305) 260-1852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Franz Richter?

    Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (305) 260-1852 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richter's office located?

    Dr. Richter's office is located in Miami, FL.