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Dr. William Rippe, MD

Saint Joseph, MO

    Who is Dr. Rippe, Internist in Saint Joseph, MO?

    Dr. William Rippe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rippe graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Letterman Army Medical Center. Dr. Rippe is fluent in English, Hindi, Korean, Spanish, Turkish, Urdu, and Vietnamese, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rippe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rippe’s office at (816) 671-4800.

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

    • Residency: Letterman Army Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Rippe board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. William Rippe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rippe speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    • Turkish

    • Urdu

    • Vietnamese

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

    As an Internist, Dr. Rippe 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. Rippe. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

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

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William Rippe may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rippe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rippe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 671-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rippe accept in Saint Joseph, MO?

    Dr. Rippe in Saint Joseph, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rippe's office located?

    Dr. William Rippe's Primary Practice

    901 Heartland Rd Ste 3800

    Saint Joseph, MO 64506

    (816) 671-4800

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    Dr. William Rippe's Practice 2

    5301 Faraon St Ste 120

    Saint Joseph, MO 64506

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

    Dr. Rippe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710070586.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rippe?

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

    What is Dr. William Rippe's specialty?

    Dr. Rippe is a Internist near Saint Joseph, MO.

    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. William Rippe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rippe 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

    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 William Rippe accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MO?

    No, Dr. William Rippe is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Rippe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rippe's office at (816) 671-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Rippe?

    Please contact Dr. Rippe's office at (816) 671-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Rippe have?

    Dr. William Rippe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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