Summary

Dr. Richard Tipton is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in emergency medicine and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. With 35 years of experience in patient care, Dr. Tipton brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He speaks English.

Dr. Tipton practices at multiple locations throughout Cape Girardeau, Missouri, including Southeast Hospital, John J Pershing VA Medical Center, Cape Girardeau VA Clinic, and Saint Francis Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as thickened nails, diabetic neuropathy, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy. He performs procedures including surgical nail removal and neuroma or plantar callus surgery. Patients have given Dr. Tipton an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard James Tipton has 4 locations

Southeast Hospital

1701 Lacey StCape Girardeau, MO 63701

John J Pershing Va Medical Center

3051 William StCape Girardeau, MO 63703

Cape Girardeau Va Clinic

3051 WILLIAM ST STE 101CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63703
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Francis Medical Center

211 Saint Francis DrCape Girardeau, MO 63703

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard James Tipton

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard James Tipton has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard James Tipton has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Internal Medicine
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Tipton?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Tipton here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Tipton affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Tipton is affiliated with John J Pershing Va Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Richard Tipton's office located?
Dr. Richard Tipton's office is located at 1701 Lacey St, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701.
What languages does Dr. Richard Tipton speak?
Dr. Richard Tipton speaks English.
Does Dr. Richard Tipton accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Tipton accepts on their Vitals profile.

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