Dr. Richard G Lupton

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 43+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Richard G Lupton, MD, is a Pulmonary Disease specialist in Granite Falls, North Carolina. He attended and graduated from New York Medical College in 1981, having over 43 years of diverse experience, especially in Pulmonary Disease. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Caldwell Memorial Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center. Dr. Richard G Lupton also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Caldwell Memorial Hospital, Inc.. Dr. Richard G Lupton accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Richard G Lupton at 4355 Hickory Blvd to request Dr. Richard G Lupton the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 4355 Hickory Blvd
Granite Falls, NC 28630-1992
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Richard G Lupton
Gender Male
PECOS ID 2961410337
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Pulmonary Disease (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 43 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Richard G Lupton attended and graduated from New York Medical College in 1981.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1326035353
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Monday, April 15, 2013

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Richard G Lupton

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Richard G Lupton has been primarily specialized in Pulmonary Disease for over 43 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Pulmonary Disease
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    Pulmonary Disease
    An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Internal Medicine / Critical Care Medicine
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    Critical Care Medicine
    An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Caldwell Memorial Hospital, Inc.


Practice Locations

4355 Hickory Blvd
Granite Falls, NC 28630-1992
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, December 17, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Monday, April 15, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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