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Dr. Richard Derby, MD

Dr. Richard Derby, MD

Daly City, CA

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Derby, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Daly City, CA?

    Dr. Richard Derby, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Daly City, CA. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Derby graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program. Dr. Derby is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derby’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derby’s office at (650) 755-0733.

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

    • Residency: Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California

    What languages does Dr. Derby speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Derby treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Derby 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. Derby. 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:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
    • Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Which procedures does Dr. Derby perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Derby accept my insurance?

    Dr. Derby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 755-0733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Derby accept in Daly City, CA?

    Dr. Derby in Daly City, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Derby's office located?

    Dr. Richard Derby's Primary Practice

    901 Campus Dr Ste 312

    Daly City, CA 94015

    (650) 755-0733

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

    Dr. Derby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013008481.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derby?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Derby's specialty?

    Dr. Derby is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Daly City, CA. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Derby to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Derby is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist 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 Derby accepting new patients in Daly City, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Derby offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Derby's office at (650) 755-0733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Derby?

    Please contact Dr. Derby's office at (650) 755-0733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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