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Dr. Richard Lovato, MD

General Surgery*
4.1 (14)
Map Pin Small Lakewood, CO
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Richard Lovato, MD

Dr. Richard Lovato, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Lakewood, CO. They specialize in General Surgery, has 30 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital. Dr. Lovato, completed a residency at University of Ky Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Lovato an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Lovato works at CommonSpirit Associated Surgeons St. Anthony in Lakewood, CO. They frequently treat conditions like Incisional Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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.

Dr. Lovato's Office Locations

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    CommonSpirit Associated Surgeons St. Anthony
    11700 W 2nd Pl Ste 210, Lakewood, CO 80228 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (720) 279-0798

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Incisional Hernia
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Incisional Hernia
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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Incisional Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Lipomas
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Ventral Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Brain Injury
Breast Cancer
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Anoscopy
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Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastrectomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Renal Transplant
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair
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    • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
    • Aetna
    • Anthem
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    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
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    About Dr. Richard Lovato, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 30 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1598727166
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University of Ky Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Kentucky
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of New Mexico School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO / MAIN CAMPUS
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • St. Anthony Hospital

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

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

    Dr. Lovato works at CommonSpirit Associated Surgeons St. Anthony in Lakewood, CO. View the full address on Dr. Lovato’s profile.

    Dr. Lovato has seen patients for Incisional Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lovato on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Lovato. The overall rating for this provider is 4.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lovato.

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