- Rheumatologists
- MI
- East Lansing, MI
- Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD
Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD
Rheumatology•Male•Age 74
Rheumatology
Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in East Lansing, MI and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pittsley has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Arthritis & Arthropathy. He graduated from University of Michigan / Ann Arbor in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mclaren Greater Lansing and Sparrow Eaton Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Richard A Pittsley MD
1401 E Lansing Dr Ste 107 East Lansing, MI 48823Accepting new patients
- Explains Conditions Well
- Practices at Top Hospital
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Pittsley
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Pittsley treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Pittsley treats other conditions, please contact the office at (517) 351-8881.
Osteoporosis & Screening
Osteoporosis specialists diagnose and treat conditions characterized by low bone density and bone weakness, such as osteoporosis and osteopenia.Compare with other Osteoporosis & Screening specialists.
Dr. Pittsley is experienced in the area of Osteoporosis & Screening. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Arthritis & Arthropathy
Arthritis and arthropathy specialists diagnose and treat diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis that damage joints, causing pain, stiffness and swelling.Compare with other Arthritis & Arthropathy specialists.
Dr. Pittsley is experienced in the area of Arthritis & Arthropathy. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Pittsley's conditions and procedures:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
- Arthritis
- Bone Density Scan
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Dermatomyositis
- Difficulty With Walking
- Dry Eyes
- Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
- Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
- Felty's Syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Joint Drainage
- Joint Fluid Test
- Joint Pain
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Lupus
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Function Test
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Polymyositis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
- Raynaud's Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Sarcoidosis
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Sjögren's Syndrome
- Spondylitis
- Steroid Injection
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Temporal Arteritis
- Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
- Vasculitis
- Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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Dr. Pittsley accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Priority Health
- Priority PPO
Dr. Pittsley's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pittsley
3.6
Based on 22 ratings
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4 Star | 5% | 5% |
3 Star | 5% | 5% |
2 Star | 5% | 5% |
1 Star | 27% | 27% |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Rheumatology
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Rheumatology
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD?
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Does Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD accept any insurance plans?
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Does Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pittsley's profile.
What are Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Pittsley specializes in Osteoporosis & Screening and Arthritis & Arthropathy. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD treat?
Dr. Pittsley frequently treats the following conditions: Arthritis, Malaise and Fatigue, and Gout. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD's office address?
Dr. Pittsley's office is located at 1401 E Lansing Dr Ste 107, East Lansing, MI 48823. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD is affiliated with Mclaren Greater Lansing and Sparrow Eaton Hospital.
Is Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD holds board certifications in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.
How much experience does Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD have?
Dr. Pittsley has over 49 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 3.6/5 for Dr. Richard Pittsley, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average
7 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2021)
74% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% higher than the national average
69% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% lower than the national average
3 Awards Received
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