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Dr. Gary Riggs, MD

Oklahoma City, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riggs, Internist in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Gary Riggs, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Riggs graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Riggs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggs’s office at (405) 949-3011.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Family Medicine | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Riggs speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Riggs typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Riggs 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. Riggs. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Riggs typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Riggs may include:

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

    Does Dr. Riggs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 949-3011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riggs accept in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Riggs in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Oklahoma

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Riggs' office located?

    Dr. Gary Riggs' Primary Practice

    3300 NW Expressway

    Oklahoma City, OK 73112

    (405) 949-3011

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    Dr. Gary Riggs' Practice 2

    1111 N Lee Ave Ste 305

    Oklahoma City, OK 73103

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

    Dr. Riggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902821085.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggs?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Riggs's specialty?

    Dr. Riggs is a Internist near Oklahoma City, OK.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Gary Riggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riggs is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City, Norman Regional 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Gary Riggs accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Riggs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Riggs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (405) 949-3011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Riggs?

    Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (405) 949-3011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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