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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Prier, Infectious Disease Specialist in Templeton, CA?
Dr. Richard Prier, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Templeton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Prier graduated from University of California, completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Atascadero State Hospital. Dr. Prier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prier’s office at (805) 434-0880.
Where did Dr. Prier go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | University of California | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Prier board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Prier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prier speak?
Dr. Prier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prier typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Prier 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. Prier. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prier typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Prier may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Prier's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prier accept my insurance?
Dr. Prier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 434-0880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prier accept in Templeton, CA?
Dr. Prier in Templeton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Prier's office located?
Dr. Richard Prier's Primary Practice
292 Posada Ln Ste D
Templeton, CA 93465
(805) 434-0880
What is Dr. Prier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962409110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prier
What is Dr. Richard Prier's specialty?
Dr. Prier is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Templeton, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Richard Prier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prier 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Prier accepting new patients in Templeton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Prier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Prier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prier's office at (805) 434-0880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Prier?
Please contact Dr. Prier's office at (805) 434-0880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Prier have?
Dr. Richard Prier is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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