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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years. 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 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 an Internist like Dr. Avery typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Charcot Foot
- Diabetic Arthropathy
- Diabetic Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11610: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathic arthropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Avery typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Avery's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Not Specified
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Avery's office located?
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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
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
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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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