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Dr. Richard Martin, MD

Rheumatologist

Grand Rapids, MI

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Martin, Rheumatologist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Richard Martin, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Martin graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program. Dr. Martin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martin’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martin’s office at (616) 459-8088.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Martin?

    Dr. Richard Martin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Martin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Autoimmune Disease, Autoimmune Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Grand Rapids, MI community, Dr. Martin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Martin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Martin typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Martin 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. Martin. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • PMR
    • Inflammatory Rheumatism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Martin typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Martin may include:

    Please contact Dr. Martin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Martin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Martin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 459-8088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Martin accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Martin in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Assurant

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

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    Where is Dr. Martin's office located?

    Dr. Richard Martin's Primary Practice

    1155 East Paris Ave SE Ste 100

    Grand Rapids, MI 49546

    (616) 459-8088

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    Dr. Richard Martin's Practice 2

    10047 Crossroad Ct SE

    Caledonia, MI 49316

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

    Dr. Martin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215924642.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martin?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Martin's specialty?

    Dr. Martin is a Rheumatologist near Grand Rapids, MI.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

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

    Yes, Dr. Martin is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids 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

    When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Dr. Richard Martin accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Martin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (616) 459-8088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Martin?

    Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (616) 459-8088 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Martin's office located?

    Dr. Martin's offices are located in Grand Rapids, MI and Caledonia, MI.