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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Plummer, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Richard Plummer, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Plummer graduated from University of South Dakota and completed his residency at Sioux Falls Fam Prac Res, Family Medicine; Univ Sd Affil Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Plummer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plummer’s office at (605) 215-2185.
Where did Dr. Plummer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sioux Falls Fam Prac Res, Family Medicine; Univ Sd Affil Hosp, Family Medicine
Medical School: University Of Sd Sch Of Med- Vermillion Sd- | University of South Dakota
Is Dr. Plummer board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Plummer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Plummer speak?
Dr. Plummer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Plummer typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Plummer 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. Plummer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Plummer typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Plummer may include:
Please contact Dr. Plummer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Plummer accept my insurance?
Dr. Plummer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 215-2185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plummer accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Plummer in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Plummer's office located?
What is Dr. Plummer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plummer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275587727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plummer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plummer
What is Dr. Richard Plummer's specialty?
Dr. Plummer is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Richard Plummer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Plummer 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
When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Plummer accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Plummer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Plummer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plummer's office at (605) 215-2185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Plummer?
Please contact Dr. Plummer's office at (605) 215-2185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Plummer have?
Dr. Richard Plummer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Plummer
Rush University Medical Center
1653 W Congress Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60612