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Who is Dr. Hinkle, Internist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Richard Hinkle, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hinkle graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine Program. Dr. Hinkle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hinkle’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hinkle’s office at (479) 709-7260.
Where did Dr. Hinkle go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Is Dr. Hinkle board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hinkle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hinkle speak?
Dr. Hinkle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hinkle typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hinkle 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. Hinkle. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
- Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hinkle typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Hinkle may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hinkle's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hinkle accept my insurance?
Dr. Hinkle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 709-7260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hinkle accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Hinkle in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hinkle's office located?
Dr. Richard Hinkle's Primary Practice
1120 Lexington Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 709-7260
What is Dr. Hinkle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hinkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346238441.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hinkle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hinkle
What is Dr. Richard Hinkle's specialty?
Dr. Hinkle is a Internist near Fort Smith, AR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Hinkle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hinkle is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Baptist Health - Fort Smith. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hinkle accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Richard Hinkle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Hinkle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hinkle's office at (479) 709-7260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Hinkle?
Please contact Dr. Hinkle's office at (479) 709-7260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hinkle have?
Dr. Richard Hinkle is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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