Summary

Dr. Richard Wirz treats acute cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, and colon polyps, and performs laparoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and colonoscopy. He has practiced surgery for 31 years and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Stoddard. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Wirz attended A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Park Lane Medical Center. He sees patients in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Wirz 3.95 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 31 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Park Lane Medical Center
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Mercy General Surgery - Poplar Bluff Physicians Park

225 Physicians ParkPoplar Bluff, MO 63901
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

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Poplar Bluff , MOPoplar Bluff , MOPoplar Bluff , MOPoplar Bluff , MO
Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Catholic University Of Korea Med School: Universite D'Etat D'Haiti Med School: University Of Medicine And Health Sciences St Kitts
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard L. Wirz

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Medical Specialties

Richard L. Wirz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard L. Wirz has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Richard L. Wirz holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Park Lane Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Richard L. Wirz's NPI number is 1184689200.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Richard Wirz speak?
Richard Wirz speaks English and Spanish.
Is Richard Wirz accepting new patients?
Richard Wirz has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Richard Wirz's office located?
Richard Wirz's office is located at 225 Physicians Park, Poplar Bluff, MO, 63901.
Does Richard Wirz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Richard Wirz accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Richard Wirz affiliated with?
Richard Wirz is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Stoddard.

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