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Dr. Dorsey Rickard, MD

Dr. Dorsey Rickard, MD

Brentwood, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rickard, Internist in Brentwood, TN?

    Dr. Dorsey Rickard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brentwood, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Rickard completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Rickard is fluent in English, German, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rickard’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rickard’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rickard?

    Dr. Dorsey Rickard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Rickard empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatrics, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brentwood, TN community, Dr. Rickard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Rickard board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Dorsey Rickard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rickard speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Hindi

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rickard typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Rickard 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. Rickard. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rickard typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dorsey Rickard may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rickard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rickard 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. Rickard accept in Brentwood, TN?

    Dr. Rickard in Brentwood, TN 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 Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rickard's office located?

    Dr. Dorsey Rickard's Primary Practice

    1607 Westgate Cir Ste 200

    Brentwood, TN 37027

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

    Dr. Rickard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265636757.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rickard?

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

    What is Dr. Dorsey Rickard's specialty?

    Dr. Rickard is a Internist near Brentwood, TN.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Dorsey Rickard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rickard is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Center, Williamson Health, The Medical Center At Bowling Green 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Dorsey Rickard accepting new patients in Brentwood, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Dorsey Rickard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dorsey Rickard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rickard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dorsey Rickard?

    Please contact Dr. Rickard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dorsey Rickard have?

    Dr. Dorsey Rickard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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