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Dr. Richard Smith, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*MaleAge 65

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Richard Smith, MD is an orthopedic hand surgery specialist in Knoxville, TN and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tn Health Sci Center in 1984. He is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Richard Smith, MD

Practice

1926 Alcoa Hwy Ste 210 Knoxville, TN 37920
Telehealth services available

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(865) 546-2663
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smith is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center Knoxville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for hand surgery.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

4.2

16 ratings, 8 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Betty in Knoxville – Oct 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Sherry Letner-Jones in Knoxville – Apr 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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DANDRIDGE – Jul 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Knoxville, TN – Feb 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Michelle Butler in Corryton, TN – Mar 12, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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sandra wise in Newport, TN – Mar 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Judy A. Stauffer in Knoxville, TN – Jan 22, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Douglas D. Stauffer in Knoxville, TN – Jan 22, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

I place a high priority on involving my patients in their care. Once I have made a diagnosis I will try to explain the problem to the patient in clear...Read more

Biography

Originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, Richard S. Smith, M.D. attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and graduated with highest honors. He...Read more

Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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University of Florida-Jacksonville

Internship Hospital, 1985

University of Tn Health Sci Center

Medical School, 1984

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Undergraduate School, 1980

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    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Richard Smith, MD?

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    Does Dr. Richard Smith, MD accept new patients?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Smith, MD's office address?

    Dr. Smith's office is located at 1926 Alcoa Hwy Ste 210, Knoxville, TN 37920. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Locations

    Practice

    Office1926 Alcoa Hwy Ste 210 Knoxville, TN 37920
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    University of Tennessee Medical Center

    1924 Alcoa Hwy
    Knoxville, TN 37920
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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