Dr. Richard A. Carlton
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 40 years
- Graduated from: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
- Graduation year: 1981
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1104887850
Dr. Richard A. Carlton M.D.
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
He is located at 415 North Center Street Suite 204 in Hickory, NC 28601. Can help patients with the following: Achalasia, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Stenosis, Collapsed Lung, Heart Disease, Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD). His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104887850. Appointment can be made via the phone number (828) 323-1100. He also has a website where you can get more information. The website can be found at http://FryeCareHeartLung.com. He is affiliated with 2 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Richard Alan Carlton, being an cardiothoracic surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Richard A. Carlton.
- Achalasia
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Stenosis
- Collapsed Lung
- Heart Disease
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
- Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
Procedures Performed by Dr. Richard A. Carlton
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Richard A. Carlton as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Cigna Healthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 17 plans from Cigna Healthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect Bronze 5500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze 6500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze CMS Standard | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze RD 5000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze RD 6000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze RD CMS Standard | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold 1500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold CMS Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold RD CMS Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 3600 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 5000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver CMS Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver RD 3500 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver RD 5000 Indiv Med Deductible | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver RD CMS Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals | HMO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ Dental + Vision (No Referrals) | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $1 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $1 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | HMO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | HMO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Richard A. Carlton is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Richard A. Carlton is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Cardiac Surgery (also registered under: Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery) .
Bills through: Dlp Frye Medical Group Llc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Atricure | $639 |
| Zoll Medical | $94 |
| Baxter Healthcare | $21 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $437 |
| Travel and Lodging | $379 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS MEDICAL SCHOOL
Graduated in 1981Other ways to reach out
- Website: http://FryeCareHeartLung.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fryecarephysicians/
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Richard Alan Carlton accept patients with Cigna Healthcare?
Yes, Dr. Richard Alan Carlton is listed in-network for Cigna Healthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Where can you meet with Dr. Richard Alan Carlton?
Dr. Richard Alan Carlton's office is located at 415 North Center Street Suite 204 in Hickory, NC 28601.
Does Dr. Richard Alan Carlton have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Richard Alan Carlton is affiliated with Piedmont Pulmonary Consultants PA. For the full list of practices see this list.
Has Dr. Richard Alan Carlton affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Richard Alan Carlton is affiliated with FRYE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER.
What conditions does Dr. Richard Alan Carlton treat?
Dr. Richard Alan Carlton provides treatment for Achalasia, Aortic Dissection, Aortic Stenosis, Collapsed Lung, Heart Disease, Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD). For the full list see this list.