Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. James D. Richards

Family Medicine
Signature Healthcare Of Putnam County
278 Dry Valley Rd, 
Cookeville, TN 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
9
conditions
Signature Healthcare Of Putnam County
278 Dry Valley Rd, 
Cookeville, TN 

Overview

James Richards is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Dr. Richards is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Richards is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Family Medicine

Licenses

Family Medicine in TN

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Farm Bureau Health Plans
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
MetLife
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Signature Healthcare of Putnam County
278 Dry Valley Rd, Cookeville, TN 38506

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Total Publications

Micronutrient bioavailability: concepts, influencing factors, and strategies for improvement.
Micronutrient bioavailability: concepts, influencing factors, and strategies for improvement.
Journal: Frontiers in nutrition
Published: June 13, 2025
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 (5.5 miles away)
931-520-1800
Languages Spoken:
English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James D. Richards

How do I make an appointment with Dr. James D. Richards?

You can book an appointment with Dr. James D. Richards by calling their office at 931-239-0284. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. James D. Richards a top-rated expert for Alzheimer's Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James D. Richards is classified as an Advanced expert for Alzheimer's Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. James D. Richards specialize in?

While Dr. James D. Richards is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and COVID-19. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.

Does Dr. James D. Richards participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James D. Richards has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Alzheimer's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. James D. Richards's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James D. Richards accept my insurance?

Dr. James D. Richards accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 931-239-0284 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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