Dr. Richard Brackett, MD

Rheumatology*MaleAge 65

Rheumatology*

Dr. Richard Brackett, MD is a rheumatologist in Chattanooga, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Brackett has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Erlanger Baroness Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

Dr. Richard Brackett, MD

UCLA Health Burbank Rheumatology

6145 Shallowford Rd Ste 102 Chattanooga, TN 37421
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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Brackett specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Brackett's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brackett

4.0

52 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
19%
19%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sep 27, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 07, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 23, 2021
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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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Teresa B. in Ooltewah , TN – Dec 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Emily Spence – Jul 23, 2019
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What went well
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What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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J Coffman in Hixson, TN – Jul 25, 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
21 people found this helpful
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Jesse B in Cleveland, TN – Apr 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Brackett, MD is a rheumatologist in Chattanooga, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Brackett has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine...read more
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Regional Medical Center At Memphis

    Residency Hospital
  • University Tn College Med Chattanooga

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
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Locations

UCLA Health Burbank Rheumatology

Physicians Rx of Chattanooga6145 Shallowford Rd Ste 102 Chattanooga, TN 37421
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

    2525 Desales Ave
    Chattanooga, TN 37404
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

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

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

    View all awards

    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

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Erlanger Baroness Hospital

    975 E 3rd St
    Chattanooga, TN 37403
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland

    2305 Chambliss Ave NW
    Cleveland, TN 37311
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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