Dr. Richard Locicero, MD
Gainesville, GA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Locicero, Medical Oncologist in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Richard Locicero, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Locicero graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Program. Dr. Locicero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Locicero’s office at (770) 297-5700.
Where did Dr. Locicero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Program
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Locicero board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Locicero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Locicero speak?
Dr. Locicero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Locicero typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Locicero 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. Locicero. 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:
- 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Locicero typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Locicero may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Locicero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Locicero accept my insurance?
Dr. Locicero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 297-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Locicero accept in Gainesville, GA?
Dr. Locicero in Gainesville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
State of Georgia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Locicero's office located?
Dr. Richard Locicero's Primary Practice
725 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 297-5700
What is Dr. Locicero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Locicero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578543948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Locicero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Locicero
What is Dr. Richard Locicero's specialty?
Dr. Locicero is a Medical Oncologist near Gainesville, GA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Richard Locicero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Locicero is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Locicero accepting new patients in Gainesville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Locicero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Locicero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Locicero's office at (770) 297-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Locicero?
Please contact Dr. Locicero's office at (770) 297-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Locicero have?
Dr. Richard Locicero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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