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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riwniak, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Akron, OH?
Dr. Christopher Riwniak, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH. Dr. Riwniak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riwniak’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riwniak’s office at (330) 344-6000.
What languages does Dr. Riwniak speak?
Dr. Riwniak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Riwniak treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Riwniak 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. Riwniak. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Riwniak perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Riwniak may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Riwniak's office.
Does Dr. Riwniak accept my insurance?
Dr. Riwniak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 344-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riwniak accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Riwniak in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Riwniak's office located?
Dr. Christopher Riwniak's Primary Practice
1 Akron General Ave
Akron, OH 44307
(330) 344-6000
What is Dr. Riwniak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riwniak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649911256.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riwniak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riwniak
What is Dr. Christopher Riwniak's specialty?
Dr. Riwniak is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Akron, OH. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Riwniak to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Riwniak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riwniak is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Union Hospital - Dover, OH 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christopher Riwniak accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Riwniak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Riwniak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riwniak's office at (330) 344-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Riwniak?
Please contact Dr. Riwniak's office at (330) 344-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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