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Dr. Richard Simmons, MD
Overview of Dr. Richard Simmons, MD
Dr. Richard Simmons, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist in Halfmoon, NY. They specialize in Pediatric Neurology, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Epilepsy. They graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine and is affiliated with Samaritan Hospital-St. Mary's Campus, Ellis Hospital, St Peter's Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Columbia Memorial Hospital, Nathan Littauer Hospital, Rome Health Hospital, St Elizabeth Medical Center and St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam. Dr. Simmons, completed a residency at SUNY / Buffalo General Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Simmons an average 4.1 star rating.
Dr. Simmons works at
Dr. Simmons' Office Locations
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The Child Neurology Group1783 Route 9 Ste 101, Halfmoon, NY 12065 Directions (518) 782-3810Monday08:30 - 16:30Tuesday08:30 - 16:30Wednesday08:30 - 16:30Thursday08:30 - 16:30Friday08:30 - 16:30
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Community Care Physicians PC711 Troy Schenectady Rd Ste 203, Latham, NY 12110 Directions (518) 782-3810
Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals
Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
- Samaritan Hospital-St. Mary's Campus
- Ellis Hospital
- St Peter's Hospital
- Bassett Medical Center
- Glens Falls Hospital
- Saratoga Hospital
- Albany Medical Center Hospital
- Columbia Memorial Hospital
- Nathan Littauer Hospital
- Rome Health Hospital
- St Elizabeth Medical Center
- St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam
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Specific procedures/conditions that don’t haveenough data are indicated with “May Perform”. We encourageyou to contact the provider with questions about theirexperience.
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- Aetna
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About Dr. Richard Simmons, MD
- Pediatric Neurology
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- 21 years of experience
- English
- 1912131525
Education & Certifications
- SUNY / Buffalo General Hospital
- Robert Wood Johnson University Hosp-UMDNJ
- Drexel University College of Medicine
- Epilepsy and Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Simmons accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Simmons has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
Dr. Simmons works at
Dr. Simmons has seen patients for Epilepsy and All Headaches (incl. Migraine), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Simmons on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
24 patients have reviewed Dr. Simmons. 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. Simmons.
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