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Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD

Neurology
3.8 (61)
Map Pin Small Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD

Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Birmingham, AL. They specialize in Neurology, has 21 years of experience. They graduated from Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med and is affiliated with St. Vincent's East.

Dr. Diethelm works at Neurology East at ST. Vincent's East in Birmingham, AL. They frequently treat conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Migraine and Vitamin B12 Deficiency along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Diethelm's Office Locations

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    Neurology East
    48 Medical Park Dr E Ste 351, Birmingham, AL 35235 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 838-3970

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    3.8
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    About Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurology
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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1851518476
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Uab Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med
    Medical Education

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    Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Diethelm is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Diethelm has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Diethelm works at Neurology East at ST. Vincent's East in Birmingham, AL. View the full address on Dr. Diethelm’s profile.

    Dr. Diethelm has seen patients for All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Migraine and Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Diethelm on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    61 patients have reviewed Dr. Diethelm. The overall rating for this provider is 3.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Diethelm.

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