Richard Lowell Hengel, M.D.

Infectious Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Richard Lowell Hengel is an Infectious Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Atlanta, GA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(404) 355-3161Atlanta, GA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across GA can see Richard Lowell Hengel, M.D. in person in Atlanta or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 38 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 76 Internal Medicine providers in GASee all Internal Medicine in Atlanta38+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4481dNPPES updated 2014-02-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

275 Collier Rd Nw Ste 450, Atlanta, GA 30309-1709

Fax: (404) 355-1353
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+1%)50%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+19%)49%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
40%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+4%)36%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. 38 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineInfectious Disease in AtlantaAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Infectious disease specialists diagnose and treat complex infections including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, tuberculosis, antibiotic-resistant infections (MRSA), post-surgical infections, and travel-related illnesses. They also provide pre-travel vaccination counseling and manage infections in immunocompromised patients.

Taxonomy: 207RI0200X

Virtual Infectious Disease Care With Richard Lowell Hengel

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Lowell Hengel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Atlanta required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richard Lowell Hengel

Dr. Hengel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Atlanta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 355-3161.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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