Summary

Dr. Richard Townsend specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. They earned their medical degree from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and brings 55 years of experience to their practice. Dr. Townsend is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Townsend practices in Richardson, Texas, and focuses on managing conditions such as chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hyperlipidemia. They regularly perform blood tests, complete blood counts, and thyroid hormone tests to help diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Townsend an average rating of 4.5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 55 years of experience
  • 97 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med
  • 71 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Richard Townsend

1001 East Buckingham Rd Suite 110Richardson, TX 75081
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

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4.5 
55 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Richardson , TXFlower Mound , TXThe Colony , TXDallas , TX
Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med Med School: Andhra Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Townsend

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - HMO
  • AARP - HMO-POS
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - POS
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aflac
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • Care N' Care
  • Care N' Care - HMO
  • Care N' Care - Medicare
  • Care N' Care - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • EMI Health
  • Galaxy Health
  • Galaxy Health - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - PPO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • NALC Health Benefit Plan
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Health Aetna
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Richard Townsend has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard Townsend has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Richard Townsend holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med in 1971.

NPI Number

Richard Townsend's NPI number is 1194752642.

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What languages does Richard Townsend speak?
Richard Townsend speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Richard Townsend's office located?
Richard Townsend's office is located at 1001 East Buckingham Rd Suite 110, Richardson, TX, 75081.
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