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Who is Dr. Richardson, Physiatrist in Hueytown, AL?
Dr. John Richardson, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Hueytown, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Richardson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richardson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richardson’s office at (205) 868-2000.
What languages does Dr. Richardson speak?
Dr. Richardson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Richardson typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Myopathy
- Muscle Disease
- Muscle Weakness Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7289: Other specified myopathies
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Richardson typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. John Richardson may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Richardson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Richardson accept my insurance?
Dr. Richardson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 868-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richardson accept in Hueytown, AL?
Dr. Richardson in Hueytown, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?
Dr. John Richardson's Primary Practice
3014 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr Ste 144AND146
Hueytown, AL 35023
(205) 868-2000
What is Dr. Richardson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558706986.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richardson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richardson
What is Dr. John Richardson's specialty?
Dr. Richardson is a Physiatrist near Hueytown, AL.
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 this Dr. John Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Richardson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is John Richardson accepting new patients in Hueytown, AL?
Yes, Dr. John Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Richardson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (205) 868-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Richardson?
Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (205) 868-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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