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Dr. Donald Richardson, MD

Covington, LA

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    Who is Dr. Richardson, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Covington, LA?

    Dr. Donald Richardson, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Richardson completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Neurological Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Richardson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richardson’s office at (985) 643-4144.

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

    • Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Neurological Surgery; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Neurological Surgery; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Richardson board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Richardson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Richardson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Richardson treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Central Pain Syndrome
    • Pain
    • Neuropathic pain
    • Brain pain syndrome
    • Central nervous system pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G890: Central pain syndrome

    What procedures does Dr. Richardson perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richardson 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. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Management
    • Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
    • Epidural Pump Refill
    • Pain Pump Evaluation
    • Drug Infusion Pump Management

    CPT Codes:

    • 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)

    Does Dr. Richardson accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Donald Richardson's Primary Practice

    1200 Pinnacle Pkwy Ste 7

    Covington, LA 70433

    (985) 643-4144

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    Dr. Donald Richardson's Practice 2

    4633 Wichers Dr Ste 200

    Marrero, LA 70072

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    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 1184676488.

    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. Donald Richardson's specialty?

    Dr. Richardson is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Covington, LA. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Richardson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald 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

    Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist with 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 Donald Richardson accepting new patients in Covington, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Richardson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (985) 643-4144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Richardson?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (985) 643-4144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Richardson have?

    Dr. Donald Richardson is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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