Search

 See All Colon Surgeons & Rectal Surgeons in Baton Rouge, LA

Dr. Richard Byrd, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 69
Dr. Richard Byrd, MD
4.5 (15 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Map Pin Small Baton Rouge, LA
Dr. Richard Byrd, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA.
Dr. Richard Byrd, MD
4.5 (15 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. Richard Byrd, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 69
Baton Rouge, LA
Call for new patient details
43 years of experience
Dr. Richard Byrd, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA.

About

Dr. Byrd graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine. Dr. Richard Byrd, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA and has 43 years experience. Dr. Byrd currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Dr. Byrd has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Obstruction among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Byrd received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Dr. Byrd's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Byrd is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Intestinal Obstruction
Constipation
Anal or Rectal Pain
Intestinal Obstruction
Constipation
Anal or Rectal Pain
Intestinal Obstruction
Constipation
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Rectal Prolapse
Ulcerative Colitis
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Colectomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Appendicitis
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Rectovaginal Fistula
Secondary Malignancies
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Anal Cauterization
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
  • View other providers who treat Anoscopy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Fecal Impaction Removal
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Repair of Rectocele
Sphincterotomy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • Navigate POS
    Navigate HMO
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • BlueConnect HMO-POS
    Preferred Care PPO
  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Aetna HMO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • National POS
    Choice POS
    Choice Care Network PPO
    HMO Premier HMO
    Choice Care PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Baton Rouge Colon Rectal Associates
    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 206, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 765-6565
  2. 2 Louisiana Endoscopy Center
    9103 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (949) 852-3400
  3. 3 Office
    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 507, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 767-1156

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Byrd
4.5
Based on 15 Reviews
5 Stars (13)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

Leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Byrd?

(Select your rating)
Patient Reviews
Jun 06, 2023
Treated me for diverticulitis by doing a colon resection, with great success in 2018. I trust him completely. Recently I have been having some new issues and trust him to find the answers. I am confident that he will be able to help. He does a thorough job in diagnosing issues.
J. C. — Jun 06, 2023
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. Richard Byrd, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. Richard Byrd, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Byrd to family and friends

Dr. Byrd's Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Byrd

  • Level of trust in provider's decisions
  • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
  • How well provider listens and answers questions
  • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

Tell Us About Yourself

  • Your gender:
  • Your age group:
  • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

Finish Here

  • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
    Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Richard Byrd, MD.
Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. Richard Byrd, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile

About Me

Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
  • *Sharecare does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Lsumc
    1982
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Shumpert
    1987
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Byrd communicate via email?
No users said yes.
Yes
(0)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Byrd offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Byrd offer an online patient portal?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Byrd have free onsite parking?
No users said yes.
Yes
(0)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Byrd offer weekend visits?
No users said yes.
Yes
(0)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Byrd offer evening visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Byrd specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Byrd specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Byrd specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Byrd specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Byrd accept insurance?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Find contact information here to make an appointment.

A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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

Dr. Richard Byrd, MD is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Richard Byrd, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA