41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Richards, Internist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Bruce Richards, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Richards completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (615) 284-1400.
Where did Dr. Richards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Richards board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Richards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
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
Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Richards may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Richards' office.
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 284-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Richards in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Veterans Affairs
Dollar General
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Bruce Richards' Primary Practice
300 20th Ave N Fl 7
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 284-1400
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972548220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richards
What is Dr. Bruce Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Internist near Nashville, TN.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bruce Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Richards 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 Internist?
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Is Bruce Richards accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (615) 284-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (615) 284-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Richards have?
Dr. Bruce Richards is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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