Summary

Dr. Richard Depersio specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Regional Medical Center. With 52 years of practice, Dr. Depersio brings extensive experience to his dual specialties. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Depersio is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Knoxville, Tennessee. His expertise includes treating enlarged turbinates, deviated nasal septum, and sinusitis. He performs radio frequency volume reduction procedures for nasal conditions and utilizes pathology testing in his diagnostic approach. Patients have given Dr. Depersio an average rating of 4.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 52 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Regional Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard John Depersio has 4 locations

Greater Knoxville Ear Nose And Throat

1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 160Knoxville, TN 37920
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

University Of Tennessee Medical Center

1924 Alcoa HwyKnoxville, TN 37920

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52 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Knoxville , TNOak Ridge , TNKnoxville , TNKnoxville , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard John Depersio

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica - Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • POMCO
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard John Depersio has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard John Depersio has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Sino-Nasal Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Regional Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Depersio's office located?
Dr. Richard Depersio's office is located at 1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 160, Knoxville, TN, 37920.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Depersio affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Depersio is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Richard Depersio speak?
Dr. Richard Depersio speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Richard Depersio accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Depersio accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Depersio?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Depersio here on Vitals.

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