Dr. Richard A. Dougherty, MD | Charlotte, NC | Internist | US News Doctors

Dr. Richard A. Dougherty MD

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Patients Top Choice

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5 / 5

Patient Rating

Overview

Dr. Richard A. Dougherty is an internist in Charlotte, North Carolina and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center and Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. He received his medical degree from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Richard A. Dougherty has expertise in treating chronic diabetes, obesity/overweight, chronic high blood pressure, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Richard A. Dougherty accepts Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted. Dr. Richard A. Dougherty is highly recommended by patients.

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Specialties

Specialty

Internal Medicine

General internal medicine physician, also known as internists, are primary care physicians (PCPs) who only work with adults (not children or adolescents). One of every four physicians in the U.S. is an internist, many of whom are certified in one of 19 subspecialties, including cardiology, infectious disease and medical oncology.

Subspecialties

General Internal Medicine

Doctor's Details

Patient Awards

  • Patients' top choice award

    Doctor has top marks across all patient-rated categories

  • Makes time for patients

    Spends appropriate amount of time with patient and provides thorough examinations.

Patient Experience

Excellent

(5/5)

61 Reviews Total|0 Reviews Within Last 12 Months

Thoroughness of Examination

Previous patients' satisfaction in their perception of the thoroughness of the examination they received from this physician

Excellent

(5/5)

Provider's follow-up

Previous patients' satisfaction of the followup care they received from this physician and responsiveness to their concerns

Positive

(3/5)

Amount of Time with Patient

Previous patients' satisfaction with the time this physician spent with them during appointments

Positive

(3/5)

Provider's Attitude

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's friendliness and caring attitude

Positive

(3/5)

Perceived Outcomes

Previous patients' satisfaction with the physician's treatment of a condition or outcome of a procedure

Very Positive

(4/5)

Patient Loyalty

Previous patients' trust in this physician, likelihood to see this physician again, or willingness to recommend this physician to another patient

Fair

(2/5)

Inclusion in Decisions

Previous patients' satisfaction in the degree to which they felt included by this physician in care and treatment decisions

Excellent

(5/5)

General Feedback

Previous patients' general assessment of this physician

Excellent

(5/5)

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Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dougherty

This doctor provides the following types of care. The more often a doctor has treated a particular condition or has performed a particular surgery, the more expertise they may have in treating patients with similar needs. Based on three years (2020-2022) of Medicare Fee for Service data (which does not include Medicare Advantage), each scale below indicates the number of patients treated relative to other doctors who treat the same condition. Note that this doctor may treat patients who are not covered by Medicare and are therefore not included in this analysis. Click here to learn more about our methodology.

Hypertension (Chronic)Chronic high blood pressure (hypertension) means your heart has to work harder to pump blood. It's important to manage it to keep your heart and blood vessels healthy.

Least

State Average
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Most

Chronic diabetesChronic diabetes is a condition where your body has trouble controlling the levels of sugar in your blood. It requires careful management.

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Most

High cholesterolHigh cholesterol levels, hyperlipidemia, can increase the risk of heart disease by contributing to the buildup of plaque in your arteries.

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Location & Contact Information

Doctor Address

10450 Park Rd, Ste 200, Charlotte, NC, 28210

(704) 541-9002

Affiliated Hospitals

1

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

2

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center

Where does Dr. Dougherty practice?

Doctor’s Office

Richard A. Dougherty, Md, Pa

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Richard Dougherty

5/5

Internal Medicine

Education & Experience

Medical School & Residency

State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

Medical School

Stony Brook Medicine/University Hospital

Residency, Internal Medicine, 1987-1990

Certifications & Licensure

CT State Medical License

Active through 1994

NC State Medical License

Active through 2025

NY State Medical License

Active through 1992

Awards, Honors & Recognitions

CMS Stage 1 EHR, 2013

CMS Stage 1 EHR, 2014

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Dr. Dougherty's office is located at 10450 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC. View the map.
General internal medicine physician, also known as internists, are primary care physicians (PCPs) who only work with adults (not children or adolescents). One of every four physicians in the U.S. is an internist, many of whom are certified in one of 19 subspecialties, including cardiology, infectious disease and medical oncology. See all conditions on Dr. Dougherty's profile.

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Doctor's Details

Speaks English
Works at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

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