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Dr. Richard Wallace, MD

Family Medicine Specialist, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist

Clearwater, FL

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wallace, Family Medicine Specialist in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Richard Wallace, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Wallace completed his residency at Bayfront Med Ctr, Sports Medicine-Family Practice; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Wallace is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wallace’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallace’s office at (727) 441-5008.

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

    • Residency: Bayfront Med Ctr, Sports Medicine-Family Practice; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wallace board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wallace, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wallace speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wallace typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wallace 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. Wallace. 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:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wallace typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Wallace may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wallace accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wallace accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 441-5008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wallace accept in Clearwater, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health

    • Trinity Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wallace's Primary Practice

    1001 S Fort Harrison Ave Ste 101

    Clearwater, FL 33756

    (727) 441-5008

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wallace affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wallace has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mease Countryside Hospital,Clearwater, FL

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

    Dr. Wallace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275586448.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallace?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Wallace's specialty?

    Dr. Wallace is a Family Medicine Specialist near Clearwater, FL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wallace is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Richard Wallace accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Wallace offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (727) 441-5008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (727) 441-5008 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Wallace's office is located in Clearwater, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wallace have?

    Dr. Richard Wallace is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.