Summary

Dr. Richard Yemm specializes in internal medicine and ophthalmology, bringing a unique combination of comprehensive medical care and specialized eye treatment to his patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria and completed his residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Yemm provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Yemm practices at Eye Surgeons Associates with locations in Rock Island, Illinois, and Bettendorf, Iowa, and maintains hospital affiliations with Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital. He focuses on treating cataracts, posterior capsule opacity, and eye pain. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implant procedures, and YAG laser capsulotomy to help restore and improve patients' vision.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Colorado School of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Wilkins Yemm has 2 locations

Eye Surgeons Associates

4731 45th Street CtRock Island, IL 61201
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Surgeons Associates

777 Tanglefoot LnBettendorf, IA 52722
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
5 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English
Rock Island , ILMesquite , TXNew Lenox , ILRock Island , IL
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Wilkins Yemm

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Wilkins Yemm has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Wilkins Yemm has the following area of expertise

  • Ophthalmology

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.

NPI Number

Dr. Yemm's NPI number is 1326498593.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Richard Yemm accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Yemm affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Yemm is affiliated with Intermountain Health Saint Joseph Hospital.
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What languages does Dr. Richard Yemm speak?
Dr. Richard Yemm speaks English and Spanish.
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