32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richburg, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Frederick Richburg, MD is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Richburg graduated from Loma Linda University, School of Medicine, Loma Linda and completed his residency at Santa Monica/UCLA Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice and American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc.. Dr. Richburg is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richburg’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richburg’s office at (619) 229-3909.
Where did Dr. Richburg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: San Diego Sports Medicine & Family Health Center
Residency: Santa Monica/UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Loma Linda University, School of Medicine, Loma Linda | Loma Linda University in Loma Linda | California State University-Fresno
Is Dr. Richburg board certified as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Richburg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine since 1999
What languages does Dr. Richburg speak?
Dr. Richburg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Richburg treat?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Richburg 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. Richburg. 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:
- 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:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Skin Condition
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
ICD-10 Codes:
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Which procedures does Dr. Richburg perform as a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Frederick Richburg may include:
- Certified Medical Examination for Athlete
- Exercise Counseling
- Platelet Rich Plasma Procedure
- Pre-Sports Evaluation
- Pre-Sports Physical
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Concussion
- Sports Injury Prevention
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Richburg's office.
Does Dr. Richburg accept my insurance?
Dr. Richburg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 229-3909 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richburg accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Richburg in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Hackensack Meridian Health
Humana
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Richburg's office located?
Dr. Frederick Richburg's Primary Practice
6699 Alvarado Rd Ste 2100
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 229-3909
Dr. Frederick Richburg's Practice 2
4010 Sorrento Valley Blvd Ste 300
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 793-7860
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Family Practice
Fellow
2005
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc.
Fellow
2005
What is Dr. Richburg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Richburg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881798221.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richburg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Richburg
What is Dr. Frederick Richburg's specialty?
Dr. Richburg is a Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. A Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist is a physician trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and non-surgical treatment of sports-related injuries and medical conditions. These specialists focus on optimizing physical performance, managing acute and chronic injuries, and addressing overall health concerns related to physical activity. They often serve as the first point of care for athletes and active individuals and collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care. Contact Dr. Richburg to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frederick Richburg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richburg is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
Where can I learn more about Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist?
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Is Frederick Richburg accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Richburg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Richburg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Richburg's office at (619) 229-3909 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Richburg?
Please contact Dr. Richburg's office at (619) 229-3909 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frederick Richburg have?
Dr. Frederick Richburg is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
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