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Dr. Richard Wilkerson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wilkerson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Richard Wilkerson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wilkerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilkerson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilkerson’s office at (410) 328-4237.

    Is Dr. Wilkerson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wilkerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wilkerson speak?

    Dr. Wilkerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilkerson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wilkerson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Wilkerson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilkerson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Wilkerson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wilkerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wilkerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-4237 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wilkerson accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Wilkerson in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Jai Medical Systems

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wilkerson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wilkerson's Primary Practice

    110 S Paca St Ste 200 Fl 6

    Baltimore, MD 21201

    (410) 328-4237

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    Dr. Richard Wilkerson's Practice 2

    827 Linden Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    Dr. Richard Wilkerson's Practice 3

    821 N Eutaw St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    What is Dr. Wilkerson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wilkerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578735551.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilkerson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilkerson

    What is Dr. Richard Wilkerson's specialty?

    Dr. Wilkerson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Richard Wilkerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wilkerson is affiliated with Ummc Midtown Campus, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar Harbor Hospital, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Richard Wilkerson accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wilkerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Wilkerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (410) 328-4237 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Wilkerson?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (410) 328-4237 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wilkerson's office located?

    Dr. Wilkerson's office is located in Baltimore, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wilkerson have?

    Dr. Richard Wilkerson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.