Summary

Dr. Joseph Richerts is a cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and brings over four decades of experience to his practice. Dr. Richerts speaks English and has dedicated his career to helping patients manage complex heart conditions.

Dr. Richerts is affiliated with Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus and practices at multiple locations throughout Philadelphia and Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. He focuses on treating high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm and conducting stress tests to evaluate heart function during physical activity. Patients consistently rate Dr. Richerts highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Lester Richerts has 5 locations

Pennsylvania Heart And Vascular Group Pc

9501 Roosevelt Blvd Ste 501Philadelphia, PA 19114
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pennsylvania Heart Vascular Group

261 Old York Rd Ste 214Jenkintown, PA 19046

Jefferson Torresdale Hospital

10800 Knights RdPhiladelphia, PA 19114

Temple University Hospital

3401 N Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19140

Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia

5501 Old York RdPhiladelphia, PA 19141

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Dr. Joseph Lester RichertsMyrna I. Alicea, CRNPDr. Thomas S. Metkus, MDDr. Martin J. Oriordan, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Philadelphia , PALanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PADarby , PA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Jefferson Medical College Med School: Jefferson Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Lester Richerts

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • APWU
  • CHAMPVA
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Lester Richerts has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Lester Richerts has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Richerts affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Richerts is affiliated with Temple University Hospital Jeanes Campus.
Does Dr. Joseph Richerts accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Richerts accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Joseph Richerts accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joseph Richerts has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Joseph Richerts speak?
Dr. Joseph Richerts speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Richerts?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joseph Richerts here on Vitals.

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