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Dr. Richard Tate, MD

Internal Medicine*
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52 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Tate, MD

Dr. Richard Tate, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Opelousas, LA. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 52 years of experience. They graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine and is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System. Patients rated Dr. Tate an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Tate works at Practice in Opelousas, LA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Opelousas General Health System
    539 E Prudhomme St, Opelousas, LA 70570 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 948-3011

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    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 52 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1205838794
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    Medical Education
    • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
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