Matthew Richins, DPM
1531 W 32 St #204
Joplin, MO, United States
64804
1531 W 32 St #204
Joplin, MO, United States
64804
No Phone Number Provided
http://www.fourstatesfootclinic.com
Facility Affiliations
Dr. Matthew B. Richins' Credentials
Education
- Dr. William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine (Grad. 2004)
Worst experience ever! Diagnosed torn cartilage in both ankles and recommended both be immobile for 4 weeks. Sent me home with one brace and one boot that immediately put my back in an awkward position - even though I told him I had a herniated disc issue. Didn't take long for my back to have issues with the imbalance he created. I opted to not wear either until I could speak to him about the problem it was creating and hopefully come up with another option. After I conveyed this info to a member of his staff along with some other concerns and questions, his response back to me was that I was welcome to go elsewhere if I wasn't satisfied. Never addressed the concerns I had. After sending a request for him to call me personally, he was rude, defensive and belligerent. He informed me that even if it made me immobile (with my back out) it was still his recommendation to move forward with the devices he had issued. When I told him that was an unacceptable solution, he accused me of questioning his medical knowledge. This has set me back $1100! He even refused to give me a copy of my X-rays to take to the next doctor I've already made an appointment with. Claims he has a contract with insurance providers that prevents him from giving them to be at no charge. It's only $10 but I'm in no mood to give him another dime. I could go on with misinformation he put in my chart, but suffice to say I cannot recommend this guy!! Beware!!
Submitted June 20, 2017