Summary

Dr. Richard Sappington is a pulmonologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated 66 years to caring for patients with lung and breathing conditions as well as comprehensive adult medical care. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and brings extensive experience in diagnosing and treating respiratory disorders alongside managing complex internal medicine cases. Dr. Sappington speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Sappington practices at locations in Arlington, Virginia, and maintains an affiliation with Inova Alexandria Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on managing high blood pressure and high cholesterol, conditions that significantly impact heart and lung health. He performs diagnostic imaging procedures including CT scans and chest fluoroscopy to evaluate lung function and identify respiratory problems. Patients have given Dr. Sappington an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 66 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Francis Sappington has 2 locations

Sappington And Rana Medical Group

611 S Carlin Springs Rd Ste 511Arlington, VA 22204
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Virginia Hospital Center

1701 N George Mason DrArlington, VA 22205

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish, Persian, Urdu Speaks English
Arlington , VAManassas , VAAccokeek , MDAlexandria , VA
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: CATHOLIC MEDICAL CENTER Med School: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Francis Sappington

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Francis Sappington has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Francis Sappington has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nutritional Support
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Function Test
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

66 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1960

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Dr. Richard Sappington speaks Spanish and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Sappington affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Sappington is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital.

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