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Who is Dr. Richards, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Michael Richards is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Richards completed his residency at Transitional, Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust, Southampton, UK. Dr. Richards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards’s office at (206) 985-3114.
Where did Dr. Richards go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Transitional, Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust, Southampton, UK | Cardiology, Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust, Southampton, UK | Critical Care Medicine, Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, Hampshire, UK | Endocrinology-Diabetes-Metabolism, The States of Jersey Health and Social Services, Jersey, UK | Transitional, University of Cape Town, Rodebosch, Cape Town | Anesthesiology, The Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Exeter, UK | University of Nebraska Medical Center Program
What languages does Dr. Richards speak?
Dr. Richards and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Richards treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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.
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:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Double Inlet Heart Chamber
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- Double Inlet Left Ventricle
- Double Inlet Right Ventricle
- Single Ventricle Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q204: Double inlet ventricle
Also known as:
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Hidden Penis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Buried penis
- Concealed penis
- Retractile penis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
- Q5564: Hidden penis
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pre-excitation Syndrome
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
- WPW Syndrome
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I456: Pre-excitation syndrome
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
- H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
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
What procedures does Dr. Richards perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards. 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.
Also known as:
- Pudendal Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Pudendal Nerve Injection
- Pelvic Pain Injection
- Nerve Block for Pelvic Pain
- Anesthetic Pudendal Nerve
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64430: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; pudendal nerve
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Does Dr. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Richards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 985-3114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richards accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Richards in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Alaska
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richards' office located?
Dr. Michael Richards' Primary Practice
4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 985-3114
What is Dr. Richards's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699856955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richards
What is Dr. Michael Richards's specialty?
Dr. Richards is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Seattle, WA. A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy. Contact Dr. Richards to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Richards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Richards is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Childrens Hospital. 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
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Is Michael Richards accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Richards is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Richards offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richards's office at (206) 985-3114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Richards?
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