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Dr. William Richardson, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
3.1 (16)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. William Richardson, MD

Dr. William Richardson, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Health Center-Hancock. Patients rated Dr. Richardson an average 3.1 star rating.

Dr. Richardson works at Practice in New Orleans, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Gastroparesis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept 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. Richardson's Office Locations

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    1514 Jefferson Hwy Ste T-8, New Orleans, LA 70121 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-4070

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  • Ochsner Medical Center
  • Ochsner Health Center-Hancock

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Gastroparesis
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastroparesis
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist

Treatment frequency



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Gastroparesis
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Obesity
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Acid Reflux Surgery
Gallbladder Removal
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Pain
Gallstones
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholelithiasis
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Constipation
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Intestinal Prolapse
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Obstructive Biliary Disease
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Adrenalectomy
Appendectomy
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bladder Stimulator Implant
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrectomy
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastroparesis Therapy
Gastrotomy
Intragastric Balloon System Insertion
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Splenectomy
Stomach Surgery
Stretta® Procedure
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vagotomy
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
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    • Aetna
    • American Lifecare
    • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
    • Amerihealth
    • Anthem
    • Beech Street (Multiplan)
    • Behavioral Health Network
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Community Health Network
    • Coventry Health Care
    • Coventry Health Care of Louisiana
    • Employers Health Network
    • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
    • EyeMed Vision Care
    • First Health
    • Galaxy Health Network
    • Gilsbar 360
    • Health Care Alliance Pool
    • Health Payors Organization
    • HealthSmart
    • Humana
    • Humana Veterans
    • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
    • Louisiana Workers Compensation
    • Midwest Health Plan
    • Molina Healthcare
    • MultiPlan
    • National Healthcare Alliance
    • National Preferred Provider Network
    • Peoples Health
    • PHCS
    • PPO Plus
    • Prime Health Services
    • Provider Networks of America
    • Special Needs Plan
    • Spectera
    • Three Rivers Provider Network
    • United Healthcare
    • United Healthcare Community Plan
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    3.1
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    Patient Ratings (16)
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    4 Star
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    2 Star
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    1 Star
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    About Dr. William Richardson, MD

    Specialties*
    • Bariatric 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
    • 1245279736
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of New Orleans
    Fellowship
    Medical Education
    • HARVARD Medical School
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Tulane University of Louisiana
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

    Dr. Richardson works at Practice in New Orleans, LA. View the full address on Dr. Richardson’s profile.

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

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Richardson. The overall rating for this provider is 3.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Richardson.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Richardson, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Richardson appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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