Dr. Richard Knecht

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Knecht, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

Dr. Richard Knecht is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Knecht is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knecht’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knecht’s office at (801) 787-0087.

What languages does Dr. Knecht speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knecht typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Knecht 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. Knecht. 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:

Urinary Tract Infection
UTI
Bladder infection
Kidney infection
Urine infection

ICD-10 Codes:

N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knecht typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Knecht may include:

Please contact Dr. Knecht's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Knecht accept my insurance?

Dr. Knecht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 787-0087 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Knecht accept in Los Angeles, CA?

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

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
State of California

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Where is Dr. Knecht's office located?

Dr. Richard Knecht's Primary Practice

757 Westwood Plz

Los Angeles, CA 90095

(801) 787-0087

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Dr. Richard Knecht's Practice 2

1100 Glendon Ave Ste 1200

Los Angeles, CA 90024

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What hospitals are Dr. Knecht affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Knecht has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital,Puyallup, WA

Ranked Colon Surgery

Valley Presbyterian Hospital,Van Nuys, CA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Olive View - Ucla Medical Center,Sylmar, CA

High Desert Regional Health Center,Lancaster, CA

Multicare Tacoma General Hospital,Tacoma, WA

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

Dr. Knecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881273886.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knecht?

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

What is Dr. Richard Knecht's specialty?

Dr. Knecht is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

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.

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

Yes, Dr. Knecht is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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

When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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Is Dr. Richard Knecht accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

Does Dr. Richard Knecht offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Knecht's office at (801) 787-0087 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

Please contact Dr. Knecht's office at (801) 787-0087 to schedule an appointment.