Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharpe, Trauma Surgeon in Washington, NJ?
Dr. Richard Sharpe, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sharpe completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sharpe is fluent in English, Yoruba, and Zulu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharpe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharpe’s office.
Where did Dr. Sharpe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Sharpe board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sharpe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sharpe speak?
Dr. Sharpe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
Zulu
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Sharpe typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Sharpe 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. Sharpe. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Sharpe typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Sharpe may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Sharpe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharpe accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharpe 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. Sharpe accept in Washington, NJ?
Dr. Sharpe in Washington, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sharpe's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Richard Sharpe an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sharpe has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sharpe, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sharpe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharpe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720052202.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharpe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharpe
What is Dr. Richard Sharpe's specialty?
Dr. Sharpe is a Trauma Surgeon near Washington, NJ.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Richard Sharpe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharpe is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus 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
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Is Richard Sharpe accepting new patients in Washington, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sharpe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Sharpe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharpe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Sharpe?
Please contact Dr. Sharpe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Sharpe have?
Dr. Richard Sharpe is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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