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Dr. Richard Peters, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 64
Dr. Richard Peters, MD
4.5 (38 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Peters, MD is an Internist in Chattanooga, TN.
Dr. Richard Peters, MD
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Dr. Richard Peters, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 64
Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Peters, MD is an Internist in Chattanooga, TN.

About

Dr. Peters graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at University Tn College Med Chattanooga.Dr. Richard Peters, MD is an Internist in Chattanooga, TN and has 35 years experience. Dr. Peters currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Erlanger Baroness Hospital and Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland. Dr. Peters has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Peters received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 38 times. Dr. Peters' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Peters accepts multiple insurance plans.

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These providers are on the medical staff of CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
These providers are on the medical staff of CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga.
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Joint Pain
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Joint Pain
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Administrative Physical
Cachexia
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Limb Pain
Nausea
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Shortness of Breath
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adult Failure to Thrive
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anaphylaxis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Common Cold
Congestive Heart Failure
Constipation
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Depression
Depressive Disorders
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
High Cholesterol
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Insomnia
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Interstitial Cystitis
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Loss of Taste
Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Shingles
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Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Stye
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Sunburn
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Symptomatic Menopause
Syncope
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Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Allergy Treatment
Breath Testing
Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization
Joint Injection
Pap Smear
Spirometry
Urinalysis
Vaccination

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  • Cigna PPO
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  • Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    APCN Open Access Aetna Select
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    HMO Premier HMO
    Choice Care PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3370 Jenkins Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Office
    2051 Hamill Rd Ste 103, Hixson, TN 37343

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4.5
Based on 38 Reviews
5 Stars (33)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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May 31, 2024
He is the best PCP in Chattanooga and is the most caring doctor I know.
Tina James — May 31, 2024
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of North Carolina School of Medicine
    1989
Medical Education

Residency

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  • University Tn College Med Chattanooga
    1992
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Dr. Richard Peters, MD is affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Erlanger Baroness Hospital and Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

    2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN

  • Erlanger Baroness Hospital

    975 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN

  • Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland

    2305 Chambliss Ave NW, Cleveland, TN