Summary

Dr. John Richards treats osteoarthritis, acromioclavicular arthritis, and asbestosis, and has practiced rheumatology for 38 years. He sees patients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Richards completed his residency at Jackson Health System and earned his medical degree from the University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences Jamaica.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jackson Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. John Steuart Richards has 2 locations

Upmc Arthritis And Autoimmunity Center

3601 5th Ave Ste 2BPittsburgh, PA 15213
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Va Pittsburgh Healthcare System

4100 Allequippa StPittsburgh, PA 15240

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RheumatologyPsychiatryRheumatologyRheumatology
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38 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAWexford , PACranberry Township , PA
Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Steuart Richards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Steuart Richards has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Steuart Richards has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. John Steuart Richards holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jackson Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Richards' NPI number is 1396846150.

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Dr. John Richards speaks English.
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Dr. John Richards's office is located at 3601 5th Ave Ste 2B, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213.

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