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Dr. William Richtsmeier, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
2.6 (5)
Map Pin Small Cooperstown, NY
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Overview of Dr. William Richtsmeier, MD

Dr. William Richtsmeier, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Cooperstown, NY. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from Case Western Reserve University and is affiliated with Bassett Medical Center and Little Falls Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Richtsmeier an average 2.6 star rating.

Dr. Richtsmeier works at Practice in Cooperstown, NY. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Empire 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. Richtsmeier's Office Locations

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    Bassett Medical Center
    1 Atwell Rd, Cooperstown, NY 13326 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (607) 547-3035

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  • Bassett Medical Center
  • Little Falls Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    • 49 years of experience
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    • 1265496657
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Case Western Reserve University
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    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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    Dr. Richtsmeier works at Practice in Cooperstown, NY. View the full address on Dr. Richtsmeier’s profile.

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