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Dr. Richard Burris, MD

Candler, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burris, Family Medicine Specialist in Candler, NC?

    Dr. Richard Burris, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Candler, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Burris graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed his residency at Mountain Area Health Education Center Program. Dr. Burris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burris’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burris’s office.

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

    • Residency: Mountain Area Health Education Center Program

    • Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University

    What languages does Dr. Burris speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Burris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burris 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. Burris accept in Candler, NC?

    Dr. Burris in Candler, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Burris' office located?

    Dr. Richard Burris' Primary Practice

    1219 Smokey Park Hwy

    Candler, NC 28715

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    Dr. Richard Burris' Practice 2

    2161hendersonville Road

    Arden, NC 28704

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    Dr. Richard Burris' Practice 3

    2161 Hendersonville Rd Ste G

    Arden, NC 28704

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

    Dr. Burris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699736967.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burris?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Burris's specialty?

    Dr. Burris is a Family Medicine Specialist near Candler, NC.

    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 Burris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burris is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 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 Burris accepting new patients in Candler, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Burris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burris's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Burris?

    Please contact Dr. Burris's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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