Summary

Dr. Richard Lupton is an internal medicine physician specializing in pulmonology with 45 years of clinical experience. They earned their medical degree from New York Medical College and have dedicated their career to treating diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. Dr. Lupton speaks English and brings nearly five decades of expertise to patient care.

Dr. Lupton practices at Caldwell Memorial Hospital and maintains multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including Hickory and Lenoir. They provide comprehensive care at the Frye Lung Center, where patients benefit from specialized respiratory medicine services. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lupton highly, with an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard G Lupton has 4 locations

Frye Lung Center

915 Tate Blvd SE Ste 182Hickory, NC 28602
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Richard G Lupton

321 Mulberry St SwLenoir, NC 28645

Dr. Richard G Lupton

915 Tate Blvd SE # 201Hickory, NC 28602

Dr. Richard G Lupton

915 Tate Blvd SEHickory, NC 28602

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
45 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Hickory , NCLyons , COSalisbury , NCMorganton , NC
Med School: NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard G Lupton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard G Lupton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard G Lupton has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonology
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Lupton's NPI number is 1326035353.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Richard Lupton speak?
Dr. Richard Lupton speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Lupton affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Lupton is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital.
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