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Dr. Arlene Richard, MD

Dr. Arlene Richard, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Arlene Richard, MD is a family medicine physician in Opelousas, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from HOWARD UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES / MUSIC DEPARTMENT in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities Rapides Regional Medical Center and Opelousas General Health System. She is accepting new patients.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

507 N Market St Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 948-1212

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Richard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Richard

2.2

5 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
20%
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4 Star
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3 Star
20%
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What could be improved
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Apr 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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Sandy in Lafayette, LA – Mar 03, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Arlene Richard, MD is a family medicine physician in Opelousas, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from HOWARD UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES / MUSIC DEPARTMENT in 1983. She is affiliated with...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • Howard University / College Of Arts And Sciences / Music Department

    Medical School, 1983
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Locations

Practice

Acadiana Pharmacy507 N Market St Opelousas, LA 70570
1
A Richard MD LLC208 W Bloch St Opelousas, LA 70570
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rapides Regional Medical Center

    211 4th St
    Alexandria, LA 71301
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    View all awards

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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Opelousas General Health System

    539 E Prudhomme St
    Opelousas, LA 70570

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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