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Dr. Richard Sipes, MD

Addiction Medicine Specialist, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Shreveport, LA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sipes, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Richard Sipes, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Sipes graduated from University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo and completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Johns Mercy Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sipes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sipes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sipes’s office.

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

    • Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Johns Mercy Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo

    Is Dr. Sipes board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Sipes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007, American Board of Preventative Medicine since 2017

    What languages does Dr. Sipes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sipes typically treat?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sipes 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. Sipes. 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sipes typically perform?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Sipes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sipes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sipes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sipes accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Sipes in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sipes' office located?

    Dr. Richard Sipes' Primary Practice

    8625 Line Ave Ste E

    Shreveport, LA 71106

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sipes affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sipes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center,Shreveport, LA
    North Caddo Medical Center,Vivian, LA
    Christus Coushatta Health Care Center,Coushatta, LA

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    3.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 review

    Check mark

    Attentiveness

    60% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Diagnosis

    40% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Richard Sipes a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sipes has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sipes, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Sipes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528063252.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sipes?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Sipes's specialty?

    Dr. Sipes is an Addiction Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Sipes is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction 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 Sipes accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Sipes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sipes' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Sipes' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sipes' office located?

    Dr. Sipes' office is located in Shreveport, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Sipes have?

    Dr. Richard Sipes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.