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Dr. Richard Handler, MD

Nephrology* Age 55
Dr. Richard Handler, MD
4.6 (9 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Richard Handler, MD is a Nephrologist in Vero Beach, FL.
Dr. Richard Handler, MD
4.6 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Handler, MD

Nephrology* Age 55
Vero Beach, FL
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Handler, MD is a Nephrologist in Vero Beach, FL.

About

Dr. Handler graduated from Washington University. Dr. Richard Handler, MD is a Nephrologist in Vero Beach, FL and has 28 years experience. Dr. Handler currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. Dr. Handler has experience treating conditions like Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Renal Hyperparathyroidism and Parathyroid (Gland) Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Handler received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Handler's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Handler is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Hyperparathyroidism
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Gout
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Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Acidosis
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Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Hyperkalemia
Hypertension
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Kidney Stones
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Proteinuria
Vitamin D Deficiency
Acute Glomerulonephritis
Acute Kidney Failure
Alkalosis
Amyloidosis
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Bone Disorders
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Congenital Anomalies of Kidney
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Diabetes Insipidus
Goodpasture's Disease
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hypercalcemia
Hypokalemia
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Kidney Disease
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrotic Syndrome
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Rapidly Progressive Nephritic Syndrome
Renal Osteodystrophy
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Systemic Vasculitis
Transplant Conditions
Tuberous Sclerosis
Ureteral Stones
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Hemodialysis
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Percutaneous Biopsy of Autologous Kidney
Peritoneal Dialysis
Plasmapheresis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound, Renal

Insurance Accepted

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  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • POMCO Group
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Cigna
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Humana
  • American Republic
  • Medicare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • MagnaCare
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    777 37th St Ste C107, Vero Beach, FL 32960
  2. 2 Office
    1515 Indian River Blvd, Vero Beach, FL 32960
  3. 3 Indian River Dialysis Center
    2150 45th St Unit 102, Vero Beach, FL 32967

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Handler
4.6
Based on 9 Reviews
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Jan 18, 2023
Dr Handler listened to my issues, reviewed all my labs & visits with other doctors. He discussed his concerns and thoughts. He developed our plan was and a follow up to review new labs and an ultra sound.
Ben J — Jan 18, 2023
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Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Washington University
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Florida-Gainesville
    1997
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Florida
    2001
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Handler, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Handler's profile.

Dr. Handler frequently treats the following conditions: Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Renal Hyperparathyroidism and Parathyroid (Gland) Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Handler, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Handler, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

    1000 36th St, Vero Beach, FL