Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ming, Gastroenterologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Richard Ming, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ming is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ming’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ming’s office at (505) 224-7000.
What languages does Dr. Ming speak?
Dr. Ming and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ming typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ming 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. Ming. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ming typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ming performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ming. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Ming accept my insurance?
Dr. Ming accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 224-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ming accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Ming in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ming's office located?
What is Dr. Ming's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ming's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487748869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ming?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ming
What is Dr. Richard Ming's specialty?
Dr. Ming is a Gastroenterologist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Ming affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ming is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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
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Is Richard Ming accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Richard Ming is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Ming offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ming's office at (505) 224-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Ming?
Please contact Dr. Ming's office at (505) 224-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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