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Dr. R Michael Ritchey, MD

Cleveland, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ritchey, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. R Michael Ritchey, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Ritchey graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine. Dr. Ritchey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritchey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritchey’s office at (216) 444-2273.

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

    • Medical School: The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ritchey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ritchey typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ritchey 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. Ritchey. 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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ritchey typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ritchey 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. Ritchey. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Brachial Plexus Injection
    • Arm Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Block
    • Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Also known as:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Ritchey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ritchey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ritchey accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Ritchey in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ritchey's office located?

    Dr. R Michael Ritchey's Primary Practice

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

    (216) 444-2273

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

    Dr. Ritchey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124082276.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritchey?

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

    What is Dr. R Michael Ritchey's specialty?

    Dr. Ritchey is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Cleveland, OH.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is this Dr. R Michael Ritchey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ritchey is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Aultman 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. 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 R Michael Ritchey accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. R Michael Ritchey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. R Michael Ritchey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchey's office at (216) 444-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with R Michael Ritchey?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchey's office at (216) 444-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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