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Dr. Richard Townsend, MD

Ponte Vedra, FL

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    Who is Dr. Townsend, Family Medicine Specialist in Ponte Vedra, FL?

    Dr. Richard Townsend, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ponte Vedra, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Townsend graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Medicine; Naval Hosp-Jacksonville, Family Medicine. Dr. Townsend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Townsend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Townsend’s office at (904) 819-3233.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Medicine; Naval Hosp-Jacksonville, Family Medicine | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Townsend board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Townsend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Townsend speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Townsend typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Townsend 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. Townsend. 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:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Townsend typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Townsend may include:

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

    Does Dr. Townsend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Townsend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 819-3233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Townsend accept in Ponte Vedra, FL?

    Dr. Townsend in Ponte Vedra, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Townsend's office located?

    Dr. Richard Townsend's Primary Practice

    351 Town Plaza Ave Ste 105A

    Ponte Vedra, FL 32081

    (904) 819-3233

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    Dr. Richard Townsend's Practice 2

    120 Gateway Cir Unit 1

    St Johns, FL 32259

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

    Dr. Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003885088.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Townsend?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Townsend's specialty?

    Dr. Townsend is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ponte Vedra, FL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    No, Townsend is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Richard Townsend accepting new patients in Ponte Vedra, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Townsend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (904) 819-3233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Townsend?

    Please contact Dr. Townsend's office at (904) 819-3233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Townsend have?

    Dr. Richard Townsend is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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