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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sowell, Internist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Richard Sowell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Sowell graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sowell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sowell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sowell’s office.
Where did Dr. Sowell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Sowell board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sowell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sowell speak?
Dr. Sowell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sowell typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sowell 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. Sowell. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sowell typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Sowell 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. Sowell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sowell accept my insurance?
Dr. Sowell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sowell accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Sowell in Chattanooga, TN 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 Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sowell's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Sowell?
Dr. Sowell has appointments available at his Chattanooga, TN office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sowell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sowell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386621944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sowell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sowell
What is Dr. Richard Sowell's specialty?
Dr. Sowell is a Internist near Chattanooga, TN.
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 Sowell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sowell is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Sowell accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sowell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Sowell offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sowell, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Sowell?
Please contact Dr. Sowell's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Sowell have?
Dr. Richard Sowell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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