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Dr. Douglas Puryear, MD

Dr. Douglas Puryear, MD

Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Critical Care Internist, Pulmonologist

Midlothian, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puryear, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Midlothian, VA?

    Dr. Douglas Puryear, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Midlothian, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Puryear graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program. Dr. Puryear is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puryear’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puryear’s office at (804) 320-4243.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Puryear?

    Dr. Douglas Puryear, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Puryear empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Disorders/Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Midlothian, VA community, Dr. Puryear is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Puryear go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    What languages does Dr. Puryear speak?

    Dr. Puryear and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Puryear typically treat?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Puryear 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. Puryear. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Hypersomnia
    • Daytime sleepiness
    • Too much sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Puryear typically perform?

    As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Puryear may include:

    Please contact Dr. Puryear's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Puryear accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puryear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 320-4243 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puryear accept in Midlothian, VA?

    Dr. Puryear in Midlothian, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Puryear's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Puryear's Primary Practice

    2354 Colony Crossing Pl

    Midlothian, VA 23112

    (804) 320-4243

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    Dr. Douglas Puryear's Practice 2

    6600 W Broad St Ste 300

    Richmond, VA 23230

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    Dr. Douglas Puryear's Practice 3

    7486 Right Flank Rd Ste 100

    Mechanicsville, VA 23116

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    What hospitals are Dr. Puryear affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Puryear has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Puryear's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Puryear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295768521.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puryear?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puryear

    What is Dr. Douglas Puryear's specialty?

    Dr. Puryear is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Midlothian, VA.

    What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.

    Is Dr. Douglas Puryear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Puryear is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital 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 Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Douglas Puryear accepting new patients in Midlothian, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Puryear is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Puryear offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puryear's office at (804) 320-4243 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Puryear?

    Please contact Dr. Puryear's office at (804) 320-4243 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Puryear's office located?

    Dr. Puryear's offices are located in Midlothian, VA, Richmond, VA, and Mechanicsville, VA.