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Dr. Richard Meyer, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery* Age 78
Dr. Richard Meyer, MD
3.4 (15 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Meyer, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in Birmingham, AL.
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Dr. Richard Meyer, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery* Age 78
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience
Dr. Richard Meyer, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in Birmingham, AL.

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Dr. Meyer graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1971 and completed a residency at University Ala Medical Center.Dr. Richard Meyer, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in Birmingham, AL and has 53 years experience. Dr. Meyer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UAB Hospital. At present, Dr. Meyer received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Dr. Meyer's office accepts new patients. Dr. Meyer is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Joint Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Joint Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Broken Arm
Osteoarthritis
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Steroid Injection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Arthritis of the Elbow
Baker’s Cyst
Brachial Plexopathy
Brachial Plexus Injuries
Chondrocalcinosis
Clavicle Fracture
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Endoscopic
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Joint Drainage
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Surgery
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
  • Nexus Open Access
    Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
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    Choice Plus POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama PPO
  • Open Choice PPO

Locations

  1. 1 UAB Highlands
    1201 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 975-2310
  2. 2 Birmingham Internal Medicine Associates LLC
    7191 Cahaba Valley Rd, Hoover, AL 35242
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 408-6600
  3. 3 Mary Lewis Skilled Nursing Facility
    1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 822-8816
  4. 4 University of Alabama Hospital
    619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 934-4011
  5. 5 Office
    1313 13th St S Ste 210, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 975-2663

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Meyer
3.4
Based on 15 Reviews
5 Stars (8)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
May 09, 2016
Just finished Reverse Shoulder replacement. No problems. Dr. Meyer Has also repaired other Shoulder And Both ,Total Knee Replacements . Highly Recommend for any Orthopedic needs and will continue to see Dr Meyer for anything in future.
Clayton in Tuscaloosa, AL — May 09, 2016
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Specialties*
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
    1971
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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Internship

Internship
  • Carraway Meth Hospital
    1972
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Ala Medical Center
    1976
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Meyer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Meyer's profile.

Dr. Richard Meyer, MD is affiliated with UAB Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Meyer, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL