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Dr. Richard Contro, MD

Los Gatos, CA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Contro, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Los Gatos, CA?

    Dr. Richard Contro, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Los Gatos, CA. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Contro graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Contro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Contro’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contro’s office at (408) 356-5111.

    Where did Dr. Contro go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California

    What languages does Dr. Contro speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Contro treat?

    As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Contro 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. Contro. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Dysthymia
    • Persistent Depressive Disorder
    • Chronic Depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F341: Dysthymic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Menopause
    • Climacteric
    • The Change of Life
    • Postmenopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

    Also known as:

    • Fibrocystic Breast Changes
    • Breast Disease
    • Cystic breasts
    • Fibrocystic disease
    • Lumpy breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6019: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of unspecified breast

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Abnormal Cells in Cervix
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • General abnormal cervical cells
    • Unspecified Pap test abnormality
    • Cervical smear abnormal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87619: Unspecified abnormal cytological findings in specimens from cervix uteri

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N938: Other specified abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Threatened Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
    • Signs of Miscarriage
    • Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O200: Threatened abortion

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Fibrocystic right breast
    • Diffuse breast cysts right side
    • Right breast cystic disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Which procedures does Dr. Contro perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Contro may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Contro's office.

    Does Dr. Contro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Contro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 356-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Contro accept in Los Gatos, CA?

    Dr. Contro in Los Gatos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

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    Where is Dr. Contro's office located?

    Dr. Richard Contro's Primary Practice

    15251 National Ave Ste 106

    Los Gatos, CA 95032

    (408) 356-5111

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

    Dr. Contro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578737920.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contro?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Contro's specialty?

    Dr. Contro is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Los Gatos, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Contro to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Contro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Explore Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) with 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 Richard Contro accepting new patients in Los Gatos, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Contro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Contro's office at (408) 356-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Contro?

    Please contact Dr. Contro's office at (408) 356-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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