Summary

Richard Meredick, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Meredick earned his medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in Pa. He completed his residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at Akron General Medical Center in Ohio, where he also served as a chief resident. Dr. Meredick also completed a Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy (Knee and Shoulder), which also included advanced training in Shoulder Replacement and Extremity Trauma at the Taos Orthopedic Institute in New Mexico under the mentorship of knee specialist Dr. James Lubowitz, shoulder specialist Dr. Dan Gutman and United States Ski Team physician Dr. Jeb Reid. During his tenure in Taos, Dr. Meredick was awarded the best Meta-Analysis Paper by the American Journal of Sports Medicine. Dr. Meredick is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He most recently served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Northern Inyo Healthcare District in Bishop, Calif. His services include: Knee reconstruction (arthroscopy, total and revision knee arthroplasty) Shoulder reconstruction (arthroscopy, total and revision shoulder arthroplasty) Hip reconstruction (muscle sparing anterior approach total hip arthroplasty) Extremity trauma Mako SmartRobotics™ Assisted Knee Replacement Sports Medicine When he’s not caring for patients, Dr. Meredick enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He also is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys skiing, hiking, climbing, backpacking, cycling and traveling.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Richard Meredick has 2 locations

Lovelace Medical Group- Orthopedics

101 Hospital Loop NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lovelace Women's Hospital

4701 Montgomery Blvd NeAlbuquerque, NM 87109
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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4.3 
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Speaks English
Albuquerque , NMAlbuquerque , NMAlbuquerque , NMAlbuquerque , NM
Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Meredick

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Richard Meredick has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard Meredick has the following 17 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

Richard Meredick holds an active medical license in the state of New Mexico. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Mexico that expires in 2027.

NPI Number

Richard Meredick's NPI number is 1841498763.

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Richard Meredick's office is located at 101 Hospital Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87109.
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