Dr. Richard Hell, MD

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 56

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Richard Hell, MD is a gastroenterologist in Monterey, CA. Dr. Hell has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Richard Hell, MD

Practice

23 Upper Ragsdale Dr Monterey, CA 93940

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hell is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula Monterey, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Hell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hell specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Hell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hell

4.6

21 ratings, 9 with a written review
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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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A.K. – Dec 07, 2024
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Jim castle – Mar 23, 2024
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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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Karen – Nov 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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C Alexander – Jun 14, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Cindy - Salinas, CA – Sep 20, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Salinas, CA – Jun 04, 2017
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What went well
  • 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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Patricia Bullock in Carmel, Ca – Apr 05, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Lynette in Salinas, CA – Feb 04, 2016
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biography

Dr. Richard Hell, MD is a gastroenterologist in Monterey, CA. Dr. Hell has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. He is accepting new patients.
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Cedars-sinai/ucla

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • University Az/umc

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • Cedars-sinai/ucla

    Internship Hospital, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Hell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office23 Upper Ragsdale Dr Monterey, CA 93940
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula

      23625 Holman Hwy
      Monterey, CA 93940
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      81%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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