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44 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Richerson, Anesthesiologist in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Don Richerson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Richerson completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; Univ Of So Al Hosps, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Richerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richerson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richerson’s office at (251) 220-8228.
Where did Dr. Richerson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; Univ Of So Al Hosps, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Med College Ga
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
Is Dr. Richerson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Don Richerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Richerson speak?
Dr. Richerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Richerson typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Richerson 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. Richerson. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Richerson typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Don Richerson may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Richerson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Richerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Richerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 220-8228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richerson accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Richerson in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fidelity Insurance Group
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Richerson's office located?
Dr. Don Richerson's Primary Practice
1 Mobile Infirmary Cir
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 220-8228
What is Dr. Richerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386635340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richerson
What is Dr. Don Richerson's specialty?
Dr. Richerson is a Anesthesiologist near Mobile, AL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Don Richerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Richerson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Thomas Hospital. 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Don Richerson accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. Don Richerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Don Richerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richerson's office at (251) 220-8228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Don Richerson?
Please contact Dr. Richerson's office at (251) 220-8228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Don Richerson have?
Dr. Don Richerson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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