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Dr. Melissa Ricker, MD
Geriatric Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Madison, WI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ricker, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Melissa Ricker, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ricker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ricker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ricker’s office at (608) 837-2206.
What languages does Dr. Ricker speak?
Dr. Ricker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricker typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ricker 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. Ricker. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ricker typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Ricker may include:
Please contact Dr. Ricker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ricker accept my insurance?
Dr. Ricker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 837-2206 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ricker accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Ricker in Madison, WI 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 Corporation
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Wisconsin
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Ricker's office located?
Dr. Melissa Ricker's Primary Practice
5115 N Biltmore Ln
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 837-2206
What is Dr. Ricker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ricker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184253775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ricker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ricker
What is Dr. Melissa Ricker's specialty?
Dr. Ricker is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Madison, WI.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Melissa Ricker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ricker is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital, Fort Memorial Hospital, Uw Health Swedishamerican Hospital 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Melissa Ricker accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Ricker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Ricker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ricker's office at (608) 837-2206 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Ricker?
Please contact Dr. Ricker's office at (608) 837-2206 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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