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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rho, Anesthesiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Richard Rho, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Rho graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Pain Management; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with St Johns Hospital. Dr. Rho is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rho’s office at (310) 440-3131.
Where did Dr. Rho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Pain Management; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Rho speak?
Dr. Rho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rho typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rho 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. Rho. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- ACL Sprain
- ACL Injury
- Knee Ligament Tear
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rho typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rho performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Rho. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Rho accept my insurance?
Dr. Rho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 440-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rho accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Rho in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cedars-Sinai Healthcare System
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rho's office located?
What is Dr. Rho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760596217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rho
What is Dr. Richard Rho's specialty?
Dr. Rho is a Anesthesiologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Richard Rho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rho is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Richard Rho accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Rho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Rho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rho's office at (310) 440-3131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Rho?
Please contact Dr. Rho's office at (310) 440-3131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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