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Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson, MD

Tifton, GA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Walker-Richardson, Family Medicine Specialist in Tifton, GA?

    Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tifton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Walker-Richardson completed her residency at G W Hubbard Hosp-Meharry Col, Family Medicine. Dr. Walker-Richardson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Walker-Richardson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walker-Richardson’s office at (229) 391-4100.

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

    • Residency: G W Hubbard Hosp-Meharry Col, Family Medicine | Hubbell Hosps-Meharry Med Coll

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Walker-Richardson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Walker-Richardson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Walker-Richardson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walker-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. Walker-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.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • 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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Walker-Richardson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Walker-Richardson's office.

    Does Dr. Walker-Richardson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Walker-Richardson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 391-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Walker-Richardson accept in Tifton, GA?

    Dr. Walker-Richardson in Tifton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied National

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Walker-Richardson's office located?

    Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson's Primary Practice

    2225 US Highway 41 N

    Tifton, GA 31794

    (229) 391-4100

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    Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson's Practice 2

    1111 20th St E

    Tifton, GA 31794

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    Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson's Practice 3

    1499 Kennedy Rd Ste C

    Tifton, GA 31794

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

    Dr. Walker-Richardson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679572648.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walker-Richardson?

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

    What is Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson's specialty?

    Dr. Walker-Richardson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tifton, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Walker-Richardson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Walker-Richardson is affiliated with Tift Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Betty Jean Walker-Richardson accepting new patients in Tifton, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Walker-Richardson's office at (229) 391-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Betty Jean Walker-Richardson?

    Please contact Dr. Walker-Richardson's office at (229) 391-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson have?

    Dr. Betty Jean Walker-Richardson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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