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Dr. Brian Richardson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Parkersburg, WV

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richardson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Parkersburg, WV?

    Dr. Brian Richardson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Parkersburg, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Richardson graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. 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 (304) 424-2111.

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

    • Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine | University of Science

    Is Dr. Richardson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Richardson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Richardson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richardson typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Richardson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Richardson may include:

    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 (304) 424-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richardson accept in Parkersburg, WV?

    Dr. Richardson in Parkersburg, WV 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)

    • Humana

    • MedBen

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of West Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Brian Richardson's Primary Practice

    800 Garfield Ave

    Parkersburg, WV 26101

    (304) 424-2111

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    Dr. Brian Richardson's Practice 2

    122 Pinnell St

    Ripley, WV 25271

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    Dr. Brian Richardson's Practice 3

    3 E Benjamin Dr

    New Martinsville, WV 26155

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    What is Dr. Richardson's NPI number?A 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 1376586396.

    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. Brian Richardson's specialty?

    Dr. Richardson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Parkersburg, WV.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Brian Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richardson is affiliated with Marietta Memorial Hospital, Wvu Medicine Berkeley Medical Center, Wvu Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Brian Richardson accepting new patients in Parkersburg, WV?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Richardson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (304) 424-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Richardson?

    Please contact Dr. Richardson's office at (304) 424-2111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Richardson's offices are located in Parkersburg, WV, Ripley, WV, and New Martinsville, WV.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Richardson have?

    Dr. Brian Richardson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.