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Dr. Richard Gordon, MD

Tampa, FL

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gordon, Surgeon in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Richard Gordon, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Gordon completed his residency at Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Plastic Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, General Surgery; Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Surgery; Gorgas Army Hospital, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gordon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gordon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gordon’s office at (727) 586-3751.

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

    • Residency: Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Plastic Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Hosp Joint Dis Orth Inst, General Surgery; Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Surgery; Gorgas Army Hospital, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl

    Is Dr. Gordon board certified in Surgeon?

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

    What languages does Dr. Gordon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gordon treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Gordon 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. Gordon. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis
    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Which procedures does Dr. Gordon perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Gordon may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gordon's office.

    Does Dr. Gordon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gordon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 586-3751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gordon accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Gordon in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BayCare Health System

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gordon's office located?

    Dr. Richard Gordon's Primary Practice

    2901 W Busch Blvd Ste 707

    Tampa, FL 33618

    (727) 586-3751

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    Dr. Richard Gordon's Practice 2

    1258 West Bay Dr Ste E

    Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770

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    Dr. Richard Gordon's Practice 3

    1258 West Bay Dr Ste D

    Largo, FL 33770

    (727) 586-3751

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

    Dr. Gordon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235121955.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gordon?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Gordon's specialty?

    Dr. Gordon is a Surgeon near Tampa, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Gordon to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Gordon is affiliated with Mease Countryside Hospital 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

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    Is Richard Gordon accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Gordon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gordon's office at (727) 586-3751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Gordon?

    Please contact Dr. Gordon's office at (727) 586-3751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Gordon have?

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

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