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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wright, Internist in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Richard Wright, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Riverdale, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Wright graduated from MOREHOUSE SCH OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Internal Medicine; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, Italian, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (770) 996-9400.
Where did Dr. Wright go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Internal Medicine; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Emory University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Morehouse Sch of Med, Atlanta Ga | MOREHOUSE SCH OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Wright board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wright speak?
Dr. Wright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wright typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wright typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Wright 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. Wright's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?
Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 996-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Riverdale, GA?
Dr. Wright in Riverdale, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wright's office located?
Dr. Richard Wright's Primary Practice
6572 River Park Dr Ste 102
Riverdale, GA 30274
(770) 996-9400
What is Dr. Wright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770573552.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wright
What is Dr. Richard Wright's specialty?
Dr. Wright is a Internist near Riverdale, GA.
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 Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Southern Regional Medical Center, Wellstar Kennestone Regional 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Wright accepting new patients in Riverdale, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Wright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (770) 996-9400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Wright?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (770) 996-9400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wright have?
Dr. Richard Wright is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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