Summary

Dr. Richard Birkhead has practiced cardiology and internal medicine for 43 years and is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. He speaks English and Spanish and sees patients at locations in Chelmsford, Tewksbury, North Chelmsford, and Lowell, Massachusetts. Dr. Birkhead earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Roger Williams General Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Birkhead 4.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 43 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Roger Williams General Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 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. Richard Gartner Birkhead has 6 locations

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates Chelmsford

228 Billerica RdChelmsford, MA 01824
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

Lowell General Hospital Anticoagulation Management Service

600 Clark RdTewksbury, MA 01876
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

Merrimack Valley Cardiology Associates, LLC

14 Research Pl Ste 3North Chelmsford, MA 01863
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

Lowell General Hospital

295 Varnum AveLowell, MA 01854

Global Care Medical Group Pc

600 Clark Rd Fl 2Tewksbury, MA 01876
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Chelmsford , MACambridge , MABoston , MABOSTON , MA
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Gartner Birkhead

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Gartner Birkhead has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Gartner Birkhead has the following 15 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Roger Williams General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Birkhead's NPI number is 1437106119.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Birkhead affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Birkhead is affiliated with Lahey Hospital And Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Richard Birkhead's office located?
Dr. Richard Birkhead's office is located at 228 Billerica Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Birkhead?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Birkhead here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Richard Birkhead speak?
Dr. Richard Birkhead speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Richard Birkhead accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Birkhead accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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