Summary

Dr. Richard Rayford is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 35 years of experience caring for patients with heart and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Arkansas College of Medicine. Dr. Rayford is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Rayford practices at Saint Dominics Hospital and sees patients across multiple locations throughout Mississippi, including Jackson, Clinton, Flowood, and Brandon. He focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps and hemorrhoids, while also addressing obesity and weight management concerns. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and other endoscopic procedures to diagnose and treat digestive system issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 35 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Rayford has 7 locations

Merit Health Medical Group

1860 Chadwick Dr Ste 256Jackson, MS 39204
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

Merit Health Medical Group Clinton

732 Clinton PkwyClinton, MS 39056
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

Womans Hospital

1026 N Flowood DrFlowood, MS 39232

Merit Health River Oaks

1030 River Oaks DrFlowood, MS 39232

Merit Health Central

1850 Chadwick DrJackson, MS 39204

Merit Health Rankin

350 Crossgates BlvdBrandon, MS 39042

Saint Dominics Hospital

969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216

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Cardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Jackson , MSJackson , MSJackson , MSJackson , MS
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Rayford

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Rayford has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Rayford has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Mississippi, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Richard Rayford speak?
Dr. Richard Rayford speaks English and Spanish.
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Does Dr. Richard Rayford accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Richard Rayford accept my insurance?
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