Summary

Dr. Richard Yelverton treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, hemorrhoids, and hypertension, and performs skin lesion treatment or removal, hemorrhoidectomy, and soft tissue tumor excision. He practices surgery and thoracic surgery and has 42 years of experience. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Yelverton earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and sees patients in Jackson, Mississippi, including at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Saint Dominic's Hospital, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Wiser Hospital for Women and Infants, and Conerly Critical Care Hospital UMMC. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Yelverton 3.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Leroy Yelverton has 4 locations

Lakeland Surgical Clinic Pllc

971 Lakeland Dr Ste 1460Jackson, MS 39216
Mon7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Conerly Critical Care Hospital Ummc

2500 N State StJackson, MS 39216

Saint Dominics Hospital

969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216

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Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Leroy Yelverton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Leroy Yelverton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Leroy Yelverton has the following area of expertise

  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Leroy Yelverton holds an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Yelverton's NPI number is 1295834166.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Yelverton affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Yelverton is affiliated with Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Saint Dominics Hospital, University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Wiser Hospital For Women And Infants, and Conerly Critical Care Hospital Ummc.
Where is Dr. Richard Yelverton's office located?
Dr. Richard Yelverton's office is located at 971 Lakeland Dr Ste 1460, Jackson, MS, 39216.
What languages does Dr. Richard Yelverton speak?
Dr. Richard Yelverton speaks English and Spanish.

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