Summary

Dr. Richard Gaines is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic trauma. They earned their medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Emory University in 1991, followed by a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Miami in 1992. With four decades of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Gaines brings extensive expertise to treating complex bone, joint, and muscle conditions. They provide care in English for patients throughout the region.

Dr. Gaines practices at The Orthopedic Clinic in Daytona Beach, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Halifax Health Medical Center of Port Orange. They focus on helping patients with mobility challenges such as limping and muscle weakness, as well as those experiencing loss of trunk control. Their treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Gaines an average rating of 4.1 stars, reflecting their commitment to comprehensive orthopedic care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 40 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Sports Medicine, University of Miami
  • 42 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

The Orthopedic Clinic

1865 Lpga BlvdDaytona Beach, FL 32117

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Daytona Beach , FLPensacola , FLGulf Breeze , FLGulf Breeze , FL
Med School: University of Florida College of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: The Medical University of South Carolina Charleston Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard K. Gaines

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Health Group
  • Volusia Health Network
  • Volusia Health Network - EPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard K. Gaines has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard K. Gaines has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopaedic Trauma
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoporosis
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Sports Medicine, University of Miami in 1992.

Residency

Completed their residency at Orthopedic Surgery, Emory University in 1991.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Gaines' NPI number is 1952355497.

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Dr. Richard Gaines's office is located at 1865 Lpga Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL, 32117.
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