Summary

Dr. Ames has over 30 years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of high blood pressure and kidney disease. He offers comprehensive cardiovascular risk analyses and specializes in the control of resistant hypertension. His goal is to deliver excellence in care by tailoring treatment to each individual's unique circumstances.

Dr. Ames was named in Castle ConnollyÂ’s "Top Doctors-New York Metro Area," 2009.

Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 68 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French
  • Columbia University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Avantus Upper Eastside Dialysis Center

315 E 62nd StNew York, NY 10065
Mon5:00 am - 12:30 pm
Tue5:00 am - 9:30 pm
Wed5:00 am - 12:30 pm
Thu5:00 am - 9:30 pm
Fri5:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sat5:00 am - 9:30 pm
SunClosed

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NephrologyNephrologyNephrologyNephrology
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68 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, French Speaks French Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Columbia University Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Goethe-Universitaet Frankfurt Am Main Fachbereich Medizin Med School: Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Pollard Ames

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Pollard Ames has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Pollard Ames has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Renal Failure (Acute Kidney Failure)
  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • Dialysis Access Surgery
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Kidney Disease
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

68 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Pollard Ames holds an inactive medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University and Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1958.

NPI Number

Dr. Ames' NPI number is 1225111958.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Richard Ames accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Ames has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Richard Ames accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Ames affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Ames is affiliated with Mount Sinai Morningside.
Does Dr. Richard Ames accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Ames has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Richard Ames speak?
Dr. Richard Ames speaks English and French.

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