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Dr. Richard David, MD

Athens, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. David, Family Medicine Specialist in Athens, TX?

    Dr. Richard David, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. David graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. David is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. David’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. David’s office at (903) 676-3200.

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

    • Residency: John P Smith Hosp, Family Medicine | Texas OPTI/John Peter Smith Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

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

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

    What languages does Dr. David speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • 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

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

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

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

    Does Dr. David accept my insurance?

    Dr. David accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 676-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. David accept in Athens, TX?

    Dr. David in Athens, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. David's office located?

    Dr. Richard David's Primary Practice

    115 Medical Cir Ste 100

    Athens, TX 75751

    (903) 676-3200

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    Dr. Richard David's Practice 2

    801 W Main St

    Gun Barrel City, TX 75156

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

    Dr. David's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104821800.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. David?

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

    What is Dr. Richard David's specialty?

    Dr. David is a Family Medicine Specialist near Athens, TX.

    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 this Dr. Richard David affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. David is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital 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 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 Richard David accepting new patients in Athens, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Richard David offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. David's office at (903) 676-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard David?

    Please contact Dr. David's office at (903) 676-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard David have?

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

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