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Dr. Richard Russell, DO

Pine Grove, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Russell, Family Medicine Specialist in Pine Grove, PA?

    Dr. Richard Russell, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pine Grove, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Russell graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Russell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office at (570) 345-2345.

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

    • Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Russell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Russell treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Gum Disease
    • Dental abscess
    • Tooth infection
    • Periapical infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K047: Periapical abscess without sinus

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Russell perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Russell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 345-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Pine Grove, PA?

    Dr. Russell in Pine Grove, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Bakery Confectionery Tobacco Workers (BCTGM)

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Russell's office located?

    Dr. Richard Russell's Primary Practice

    121 N Tulpehocken St

    Pine Grove, PA 17963

    (570) 345-2345

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    Dr. Richard Russell's Practice 2

    200 Schuylkill Medical Plz

    Pottsville, PA 17901

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    Dr. Richard Russell's Practice 3

    1210 S Cedar Crest Blvd

    Allentown, PA 18103

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

    Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144213240.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Russell's specialty?

    Dr. Russell is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pine Grove, PA. 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. Russell to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Russell is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Richard Russell accepting new patients in Pine Grove, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Russell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (570) 345-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Russell?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (570) 345-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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