Summary

Dr. Richard Sims specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing 12 years of dedicated experience to treating musculoskeletal conditions. They earned their medical degree from Florida State University College of Medicine and completed their residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine in 2018. Following residency, Dr. Sims pursued fellowship training at the University of Florida in 2019, further enhancing their surgical expertise. They communicate with patients in English.

Dr. Sims practices at The Orthopedic Clinic in Daytona Beach, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at AdventHealth Daytona Beach. Their clinical expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and addressing spinal conditions in children and teens, as well as managing lumbar spondylosis. They perform specialized procedures such as medial branch neurotomy and lumbar epidural steroid injections to help patients find relief from pain. Patients have given Dr. Sims an average rating of 4.5 stars for their care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 12 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Florida
  • 27 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

The Orthopedic Clinic

1865 Lpga BlvdDaytona Beach, FL 32117

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12 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Daytona Beach , FLGulf Breeze , FLPensacola , FLLakeland , FL
Med School: Florida State University, College of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard C. Sims

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • Florida Health Care Plans - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Health First Health Plans - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Health Group
  • Volusia Health Network
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard C. Sims has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Florida in 2019.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Florida, College of Medicine in 2018.

Medical School

Graduated from Florida State University, College of Medicine in 2014 and Florida State University in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Sims' NPI number is 1841618782.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Richard Sims accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Sims accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Richard Sims's office located?
Dr. Richard Sims's office is located at 1865 Lpga Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL, 32117.
Is Dr. Richard Sims accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Sims affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Sims is affiliated with Adventhealth Daytona Beach.
Does Dr. Richard Sims accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Sims has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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