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Who is Dr. Richards, Pediatrician in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Peaches Richards, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (253) 301-5300.
Is Dr. Richards board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Peaches Richards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Richards typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Richards typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 301-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Richards in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Peaches Richards' Primary Practice
9040 Jackson Ave Mcchord Clinic Madigan Army Medical Ctr
Tacoma, WA 98431
(253) 301-5300
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346298833.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richards
What is Dr. Peaches Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Pediatrician near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Peaches Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Richards 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peaches Richards accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Peaches Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peaches Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (253) 301-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peaches Richards?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (253) 301-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peaches Richards have?
Dr. Peaches Richards is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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