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Dr. Richard Orr, MD

Greer, SC

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Orr, Surgeon in Greer, SC?

    Dr. Richard Orr, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Greer, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Orr completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Orr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Orr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Orr’s office at (864) 849-9555.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl

    Is Dr. Orr board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Orr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Orr speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Orr typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Orr 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. Orr. 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:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma of the Trunk
    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Body
    • Skin Cancer on Torso

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Orr typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Orr performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Orr. 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:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);

    Also known as:

    • Total Thyroid Removal
    • Complete thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid gland removal
    • Thyroid surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Orr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Orr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 849-9555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Orr accept in Greer, SC?

    Dr. Orr in Greer, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Orr's office located?

    Dr. Richard Orr's Primary Practice

    2755 S Highway 14 Ste 2200

    Greer, SC 29650

    (864) 849-9555

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    Dr. Richard Orr's Practice 2

    101 E Wood St

    Spartanburg, SC 29303

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    Dr. Richard Orr's Practice 3

    853 N Church St Ste 500

    Spartanburg, SC 29303

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

    Dr. Orr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215937990.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Orr?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Orr's specialty?

    Dr. Orr is a Surgeon near Greer, SC.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

    Yes, Dr. Orr is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center 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

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    Is Richard Orr accepting new patients in Greer, SC?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Orr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Orr's office at (864) 849-9555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Orr?

    Please contact Dr. Orr's office at (864) 849-9555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Orr have?

    Dr. Richard Orr is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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