Summary

Dr. Allison Richards is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated 29 years to helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, then completed her orthopedic surgery residency and fellowship at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Richards is board certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Richards practices at Lovelace Medical Center and sees patients at the Holyoke Medical Center Orthopedic Center in Holyoke, Massachusetts. She specializes in treating conditions such as wrist fractures, arm fractures, and osteoarthritis. Her expertise includes coordinating physical therapy, performing nerve and muscle testing through electromyogram studies, and using X-ray imaging to evaluate arm and leg injuries. Patients have given Dr. Richards an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 29 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of New Mexico School of Medicine,Albuquerque, Nm, United States
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Holyoke Medical Center Orthopedic Center

10 Hospital Dr Ste 203Holyoke, MA 01040
Mon7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:45 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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29 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Holyoke , MASpringfield , MASpringfield , MAHolyoke , MA
Med School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey; Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Uni. of the Philippines- Manila Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Med School: Stanford University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Allison Alexander Richards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • CBA Blue - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance - Medicare
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Health New England - HMO
  • Health New England - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Progressive
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Well Sense Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Allison Alexander Richards has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Allison Alexander Richards has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of New Mexico School of Medicine,Albuquerque, Nm, United States

Residency

University of New Mexico School of Medicine,Albuquerque, Nm, United States
University Of Nm School Of Med
Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Orthopedic Surgery
University of New Mexico Program

Medical School

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey; Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson MedicineGraduated in 1997
University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood JohGraduated in 1997
Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick NjGraduated in 1997
RutgersGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Allison Richards's office located?
Dr. Allison Richards's office is located at 10 Hospital Dr Ste 203, Holyoke, MA, 01040.
Does Dr. Allison Richards accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Allison Richards accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Allison Richards affiliated with?
Dr. Allison Richards is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Allison Richards?
You can find contact information for Dr. Allison Richards here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Allison Richards accepting new patients?
Dr. Allison Richards is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Allison Richards's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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