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Dr. Richard Colyer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Frisco, TX

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Colyer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Frisco, TX?

    Dr. Richard Colyer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Frisco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Colyer graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Colyer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colyer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colyer’s office at (817) 848-4000.

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

    • Residency: St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | St John Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Colyer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Colyer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Colyer speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colyer typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Colyer 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. Colyer. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Colyer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Colyer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Colyer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Colyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 848-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Colyer accept in Frisco, TX?

    Dr. Colyer in Frisco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centivo

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Colyer's office located?

    Dr. Richard Colyer's Primary Practice

    9205 Legacy Dr

    Frisco, TX 75033

    (817) 848-4000

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    Dr. Richard Colyer's Practice 2

    321 W Southlake Blvd

    Southlake, TX 76092

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    Dr. Richard Colyer's Practice 3

    1600 Hospital Pkwy

    Bedford, TX 76022

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    What hospitals are Dr. Colyer affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Colyer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Texas Health Heb,Bedford, TX
    Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth,Fort Worth, TX

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

    Dr. Colyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578539326.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colyer?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Colyer's specialty?

    Dr. Colyer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Frisco, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Richard Colyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Colyer is affiliated with Methodist Southlake Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Richard Colyer accepting new patients in Frisco, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Colyer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Colyer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Colyer's office at (817) 848-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Colyer?

    Please contact Dr. Colyer's office at (817) 848-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Colyer's office located?

    Dr. Colyer's offices are located in Frisco, TX, Southlake, TX, and Bedford, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Colyer have?

    Dr. Richard Colyer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.