EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Richard Oken, MD

Dr. Richard Oken, MD

Pediatrician

Berkeley, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Oken, Pediatrician in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Richard Oken, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Oken graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Pediatrics. Dr. Oken is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oken’s office at (925) 254-9203.

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

    • Residency: Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Pediatrics | Cooper Hospital-University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Oken board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Oken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Oken speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Oken typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Oken 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. Oken. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Oken typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Oken 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. Oken. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Oken accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 254-9203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oken accept in Berkeley, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Oken's office located?

    Dr. Richard Oken's Primary Practice

    2999 Regent St Ste 325

    Berkeley, CA 94705

    (925) 254-9203

    Get Directions

    What hospitals are Dr. Oken affiliated with?

    Dr. Oken has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
    Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospitals - Oakland,Oakland, CA

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

    Dr. Oken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609988864.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oken?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Oken's specialty?

    Dr. Oken is a Pediatrician near Berkeley, CA.

    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 Dr. Richard Oken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Oken is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus, Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospitals - Oakland. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Richard Oken accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Oken offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oken's office at (925) 254-9203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Oken?

    Please contact Dr. Oken's office at (925) 254-9203 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Oken's office located?

    Dr. Oken's office is located in Berkeley, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Oken have?

    Dr. Richard Oken is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.