25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Avery, Internist in Killeen, TX?
Dr. Richard Avery, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Killeen, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Avery completed his residency at Doctors Hospital. Dr. Avery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avery’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avery’s office at (936) 329-8700.
Where did Dr. Avery go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Doctors Hospital
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Avery speak?
Dr. Avery and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Avery treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Avery 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. Avery. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Joint Damage (Charcot Joint)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Charcot Foot
- Diabetic Arthropathy
- Diabetic Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11610: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathic arthropathy
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M05741: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Avery perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Avery may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Avery's office.
Does Dr. Avery accept my insurance?
Dr. Avery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 329-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avery accept in Killeen, TX?
Dr. Avery in Killeen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Avery's office located?
Dr. Richard Avery's Primary Practice
2301 Clear Creek Rd Ste 112
Killeen, TX 76549
(936) 329-8700
What is Dr. Avery's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023073822.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avery?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avery
What is Dr. Richard Avery's specialty?
Dr. Avery is a Internist near Killeen, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Avery to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Avery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Avery is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Central Texas, Adventhealth Rollins Brook. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Richard Avery accepting new patients in Killeen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Avery is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Avery offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avery's office at (936) 329-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Avery?
Please contact Dr. Avery's office at (936) 329-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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