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Dr. John Rice, MD

Dr. John Rice, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Elkhart, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rice, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Elkhart, IN?

    Dr. John Rice, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elkhart, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Rice graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Rice is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office at (574) 523-3161.

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

    • Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine | Wayne State University Grace Hospital | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Rice board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Rice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rice speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rice typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rice typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Rice may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 523-3161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rice accept in Elkhart, IN?

    Dr. Rice in Elkhart, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Auxiant

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. John Rice's Primary Practice

    600 East Blvd

    Elkhart, IN 46514

    (574) 523-3161

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

    Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497723332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?

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

    What is Dr. John Rice's specialty?

    Dr. Rice is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Elkhart, IN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Elkhart General 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. John Rice accepting new patients in Elkhart, IN?

    Yes, Dr. John Rice is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Rice offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (574) 523-3161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Rice?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (574) 523-3161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. Rice's office is located in Elkhart, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Rice have?

    Dr. John Rice is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.