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Dr. Richard Ripple, MD

Santa Maria, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ripple, Pediatrician in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Richard Ripple, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Ripple graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Ripple is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ripple’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ripple’s office at (805) 345-3701.

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

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ripple board certified in Pediatrician?

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

    What languages does Dr. Ripple speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ripple treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ripple 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. Ripple. 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 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Infantile Eczema
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Baby eczema
    • Childhood atopic dermatitis
    • Infant skin rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Ripple perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Ripple may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ripple's office.

    Does Dr. Ripple accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ripple accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 345-3701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ripple accept in Santa Maria, CA?

    Dr. Ripple in Santa Maria, 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

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • Community Health Plan of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ripple's office located?

    Dr. Richard Ripple's Primary Practice

    1835 N Broadway

    Santa Maria, CA 93454

    (805) 345-3701

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

    Dr. Ripple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346345493.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ripple?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Ripple's specialty?

    Dr. Ripple is a Pediatrician near Santa Maria, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Ripple to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Ripple affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ripple is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Richard Ripple accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Ripple offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ripple's office at (805) 345-3701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Ripple?

    Please contact Dr. Ripple's office at (805) 345-3701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Ripple have?

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

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