46 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ricca, Specialist in Southampton, NY?
Dr. Richard Ricca, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Southampton, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Ricca completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Ricca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ricca’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ricca’s office at (631) 287-6570.
Where did Dr. Ricca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Ricca board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Ricca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 1996
What languages does Dr. Ricca speak?
Dr. Ricca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Ricca typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Ricca 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. Ricca. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Ricca typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Ricca 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. Ricca. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Does Dr. Ricca accept my insurance?
Dr. Ricca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 287-6570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ricca accept in Southampton, NY?
Dr. Ricca in Southampton, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Ricca's office located?
Dr. Richard Ricca's Primary Practice
240 Meeting House Ln
Southampton, NY 11968
(631) 287-6570
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons
Fellow American College of Surgeons
2000
Publications
Amyloid deposition of the Breast
, February 2001
What is Dr. Ricca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ricca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003887878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ricca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ricca
What is Dr. Richard Ricca's specialty?
Dr. Ricca is a Specialist near Southampton, NY.
Is this Dr. Richard Ricca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ricca is affiliated with Stony Brook Southampton Hospital 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 Ricca accepting new patients in Southampton, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Ricca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Ricca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ricca's office at (631) 287-6570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Ricca?
Please contact Dr. Ricca's office at (631) 287-6570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Ricca have?
Dr. Richard Ricca is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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