Summary

Dr. Richard Smith specializes in orthopedic surgery, focusing on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UMass Memorial Healthcare. With four decades of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Smith brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Smith practices at Saint Anne's Hospital and sees patients in Fall River, Massachusetts and Tiverton, Rhode Island. He frequently treats patients with osteoarthritis and knee pain, conditions that can significantly impact daily activities and mobility. His expertise includes performing joint injections and bursa injections to help reduce inflammation and pain. Dr. Smith also performs arthrocentesis, a procedure that removes fluid from joints to diagnose conditions and provide relief. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, reflecting their satisfaction with his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 42 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Portuguese, Spanish
  • Umass Memorial Healthcare
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard William Smith has 6 locations

Prima Care Orthopedics

277 Pleasant St Ste 101Fall River, MA 02721
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

SMG Saint Anne's Orthopedics

1816 Main Rd Ste 501ATiverton, RI 02878

SMG Saint Anne's Orthopedics

277 Pleasant St Building #1, Suite 101Fall River, MA 02721

SMG Saint Anne's Orthopedics

1816 Main RdTiverton, RI 02878

Charlton Memorial Hospital

363 Highland AveFall River, MA 02720

Saint Annes Hospital

795 Middle StFall River, MA 02721

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.7 
42 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish
Fall River , MAProvidence , RIEast Providence , RIEast Providence , RI
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard William Smith

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - CHIP
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard William Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard William Smith has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Richard William Smith holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Umass Memorial Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1194824508.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Smith affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Smith is affiliated with Saint Annes Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Richard Smith speak?
Dr. Richard Smith speaks Portuguese and Spanish.

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