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Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD

Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD

Neurology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD is a neurologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Vincent's East and UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 65 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (65 reviews)

Practice

48 Medical Park Dr E Ste 351 Birmingham, AL 35235
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Diethelm is affiliated with UAB Hospital Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Diethelm is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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. Diethelm specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Diethelm's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Diethelm

3.8

65 ratings, 25 with a written review
5 Star
65%
65%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
2%
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1 Star
28%
28%

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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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Deborah Caten – Feb 15, 2025
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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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Margie – Sep 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Pam Minor – Jul 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Corrine Steding – Nov 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 19, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 17, 2023
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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
Helpful
Stephanie Walsh – Oct 13, 2022
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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 D – May 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Gipson – Mar 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
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Disappointed in pain – May 15, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mary Jacque (MJ) – Dec 15, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 01, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn Wilhite in Irondale, AL – Feb 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bob keitges in Pell city, AL – Jul 22, 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
6 people found this helpful
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Ray Cobb in Pinson, AL – Jul 15, 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
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Bobbie in Pinson, AL – Jun 20, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
17 people found this helpful
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Tracy Wilke in Fruithurst,Al – Dec 26, 2016
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What went well
No results
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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pinson, AL – Oct 13, 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
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda in Hanceville, AL – Oct 03, 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
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Susan French-Cone in Birmingham, AL – Aug 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Diethelm, MD is a neurologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Vincent's...read more
  • Neurology

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  • Uab Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Dr. Diethelm is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Richard G. Diethelm MD PC48 Medical Park Dr E Ste 351 Birmingham, AL 35235
    1

    Practice

    Ascension St. Vincent's East50 Medical Park Dr E Birmingham, AL 35235
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UAB Hospital

      1802 6th Ave S
      Birmingham, AL 35233
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% 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
    • Saint Vincent's East

      50 Medical Park Dr E
      Birmingham, AL 35235

      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

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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