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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richards, Interventional Cardiologist in Ringgold, GA?
Dr. Theodore Richards, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Ringgold, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Richards graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (423) 893-7226.
Where did Dr. Richards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Internal Medicine | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Is Dr. Richards board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Richards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Which procedures does Dr. Richards perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Theodore Richards may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Richards' office.
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 893-7226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Ringgold, GA?
Dr. Richards in Ringgold, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Theodore Richards' Primary Practice
4632 Battlefield Pkwy
Ringgold, GA 30736
(423) 893-7226
Dr. Theodore Richards' Practice 3
2341 McCallie Ave Ste 200
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 629-4106
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891784518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richards
What is Dr. Theodore Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Interventional Cardiologist near Ringgold, GA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Theodore Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richards is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Hamilton 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Theodore Richards accepting new patients in Ringgold, GA?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Theodore Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (423) 893-7226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Theodore Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (423) 893-7226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Theodore Richards have?
Dr. Theodore Richards is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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