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Dr. Richard Brown, MD

Hospitalist

Wilson, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Hospitalist in Wilson, NC?

    Dr. Richard Brown, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilson, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Brown graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (252) 399-7410.

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

    • Medical School: University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Brown typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Brown typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Brown may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 399-7410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Wilson, NC?

    Dr. Brown in Wilson, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Richard Brown's Primary Practice

    1705 Tarboro St SW

    Wilson, NC 27893

    (252) 399-7410

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    Dr. Richard Brown's Practice 2

    2100 Stantonsburg Rd

    Greenville, NC 27834

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    Dr. Richard Brown's Practice 3

    3000 New Bern Ave

    Raleigh, NC 27610

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

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689626988.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Hospitalist near Wilson, NC.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Richard Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Wakemed Cary Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Richard Brown accepting new patients in Wilson, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (252) 399-7410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (252) 399-7410 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Brown's offices are located in Wilson, NC, Greenville, NC, and Raleigh, NC.