Summary

Dr. Paul Richards has practiced internal medicine, hematology, and oncology for 47 years. He treats deep vein thrombosis (DVT), embolism and thrombosis, and chronic kidney disease, and performs complete blood count (CBC), white blood cell differential, and general blood tests. He is affiliated with Lewisgale Center for Behavioral Health and sees patients at locations in Salem, Low Moor, Roanoke, and Blacksburg, Virginia. He completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation and earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Richards 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Paul Douglas Richards has 6 locations

Blue Ridge Cancer Care Salem

1900 Electric Rd Ste 100Salem, VA 24153
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

Blue Ridge Cancer Care Alleghany

1 Arh Ln Ste 203Low Moor, VA 24457
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lewisgale Medical Center

1900 Electric RdSalem, VA 24153

Blue Ridge Cancer Care Roanoke

2013 Jefferson St SwRoanoke, VA 24014
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery

3700 S Main StBlacksburg, VA 24060

Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany

1 Alleghany Regional Hospital LnLow Moor, VA 24457

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Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Douglas Richards

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Friday Health Plans
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul Douglas Richards has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul Douglas Richards has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hematology
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Richards' NPI number is 1053387266.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Paul Richards's office located?
Dr. Paul Richards's office is located at 1900 Electric Rd Ste 100, Salem, VA, 24153.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Richards affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Richards is affiliated with Lewisgale Center For Behavioral Health.
Does Dr. Paul Richards accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Paul Richards has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Paul Richards speak?
Dr. Paul Richards speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Paul Richards accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Paul Richards accepts on their Vitals profile.

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