EverydayHealthLogo
RT

Dr. Richard Tompkins, MD

Redding, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tompkins, Family Medicine Specialist in Redding, CA?

    Dr. Richard Tompkins, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Redding, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Tompkins graduated from Loma Linda University Program A and completed his residency at Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Tompkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tompkins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tompkins’s office at (530) 225-6000.

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

    • Residency: Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Loma Linda University Program A

    Is Dr. Tompkins board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Tompkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tompkins speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tompkins typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tompkins 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. Tompkins. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder with Withdrawal
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol withdrawal syndrome
    • Alcohol dependence withdrawal
    • Alcohol detox

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10239: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tompkins typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Tompkins may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tompkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tompkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 225-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tompkins accept in Redding, CA?

    Dr. Tompkins in Redding, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Tompkins' office located?

    Dr. Richard Tompkins' Primary Practice

    2175 Rosaline Ave

    Redding, CA 96001

    (530) 225-6000

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Tompkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932134822.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tompkins?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Tompkins's specialty?

    Dr. Tompkins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Redding, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Richard Tompkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tompkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mercy Medical Center Redding. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Richard Tompkins accepting new patients in Redding, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Tompkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Tompkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tompkins's office at (530) 225-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Tompkins?

    Please contact Dr. Tompkins's office at (530) 225-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Tompkins have?

    Dr. Richard Tompkins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

    <section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>