Dr. Richard A. Desplinter
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 24 years
- Graduated from: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1997
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1659300150
Dr. Richard A. Desplinter MD
Plastic Surgeon
He is located at 1947 Founders Street in Wichita, KS 67206. Can help patients with the following: Breast Implant Removals, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Esophageal Cancer, Heart Disease, Liposuction, Pilonidal Cyst. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659300150. Appointment can be made via the phone number (316) 689-9124. He is affiliated with 2 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Richard A. Desplinter, being an plastic 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. Desplinter.
- Achalasia
- Anal Fissure
- Appendicitis
- Boils
- Breast Implant Removals
- Breast Implants
- Breast Reduction
- Buttock Lift
- Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Crohn's Disease
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Cyst
- Dermabrasion
- Diverticulosis
- Enlarged Spleen
- Esophageal Cancer
- Eyelid Lift
- Facelift
- Gallstones
- Gangrene
- Heart Disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Lip Augmentation
- Liposuction
- Lymphedema
- Otoplasty / Ear Lift
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Rhinoplasty
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Tummy Tuck
- Ulcerative Colitis
Procedures Performed by Dr. Richard A. Desplinter
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Richard A. Desplinter as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc.
Network data as of Jul 21, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCare EPO Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Gold Plus | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Silver Plus | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Simple Bronze HDHP | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Standardized Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Standardized Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCare EPO Standardized Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 15 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · 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. Desplinter 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. Desplinter is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery .
Bills through: Ascension Medical Group Via Christi Pa
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
| Lifecell | $1519 |
| Mentor Worldwide | $285 |
| Sientra | $226 |
Other
| Travel and Lodging | $1246 |
| Food and Beverage | $1225 |
Studies
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1997Additional Specialities
- Surgeon
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Richard A. Desplinter accept patients with Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan?
Yes, Dr. Richard A. Desplinter is listed in-network for Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. Richard A. Desplinter have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Richard A. Desplinter is affiliated with Ascension Medical Group Via Christi PA. For the full list of practices see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Richard A. Desplinter?
Dr. Richard A. Desplinter's office is located at 1947 Founders Street in Wichita, KS 67206.
Has Dr. Richard A. Desplinter affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Richard A. Desplinter is affiliated with VIA CHRISTI HOSPITAL WICHITA ST TERESA, INC. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
What conditions does Dr. Richard A. Desplinter treat?
Dr. Richard A. Desplinter provides treatment for Breast Implant Removals, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Esophageal Cancer, Heart Disease, Liposuction, Pilonidal Cyst. For the full list see this list.