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Dr. Richard Duncan, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.5 (188)
Map Pin Small Johnson City, TN
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Duncan, MD

Dr. Richard Duncan, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Johnson City, TN. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Mississippi and is affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center. Dr. Duncan, completed a residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Duncan an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Duncan works at Practice in Johnson City, TN with other offices in Kingsport, TN and Bristol, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Intervertebral Disc Disease, Degenerative Disc Disease and Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Duncan's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Watauga Orthopaedics Plc.
    2410 Susannah St, Johnson City, TN 37601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 282-9011
    Monday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 20:00
    Saturday
    10:00 - 14:00
  2. 2
    Watauga Orthopaedics Plc
    875 LARRY NEIL WAY, Kingsport, TN 37660 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 282-9570
  3. 3
    Watauga Orthopaedics Plc
    340 Steeles Rd, Bristol, TN 37620 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 282-9011

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • Holston Valley Medical Center

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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)

Treatment frequency



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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Facet Blocks
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chronic Neck Pain
Herniated Disc
Hip Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Facet Denervation
Spinal Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Adult Scoliosis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Spondylitis
Cervical Spondylolisthesis
Cervical Sprain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Scoliosis
Degenerative Spine Disorders
Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Kyphosis
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Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Sprain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Miner's Knee
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Instability
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Trigger Finger
Upper Back Pain
Vertebral Column Tumors
Cervical Herniated Disc Surgery
Cervical Medial Branch Neurotomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Facet Block
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement
Knee Surgery
Lumbar Herniated Disc Surgery
Medical Branch Block
Microdiscectomy
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Discectomy
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    4.5
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1003871195
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Bayor College Of Medicine Spinal Surgery
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Mississippi Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Mississippi
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University Of Southern Miss
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Richard Duncan, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Duncan is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Duncan has seen patients for Intervertebral Disc Disease, Degenerative Disc Disease and Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Duncan on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    188 patients have reviewed Dr. Duncan. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Duncan.

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