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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Misischia, Rheumatologist in Lorain, OH?
Dr. Richard Misischia, DO is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Lorain, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Misischia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Misischia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Misischia’s office at (205) 783-3505.
What languages does Dr. Misischia speak?
Dr. Misischia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Misischia treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Misischia 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. Misischia. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Misischia perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Misischia may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Misischia's office.
Does Dr. Misischia accept my insurance?
Dr. Misischia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 783-3505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Misischia accept in Lorain, OH?
Dr. Misischia in Lorain, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
SummaCare
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Misischia's office located?
Dr. Richard Misischia's Primary Practice
3600 Kolbe Rd Ste 206
Lorain, OH 44053
(205) 783-3505
What is Dr. Misischia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Misischia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194810150.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Misischia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Misischia
What is Dr. Richard Misischia's specialty?
Dr. Misischia is a Rheumatologist near Lorain, OH. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Misischia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Misischia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Misischia is affiliated with Mercy Health - Lorain Hospital 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 Misischia accepting new patients in Lorain, OH?
Yes, Dr. Richard Misischia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Misischia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Misischia's office at (205) 783-3505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Misischia?
Please contact Dr. Misischia's office at (205) 783-3505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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