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Dr. Karl Riggle, MD

Dr. Karl Riggle, MD

Hagerstown, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riggle, Surgeon in Hagerstown, MD?

    Dr. Karl Riggle, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hagerstown, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Riggle graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Akron Genl Med Center. Dr. Riggle is fluent in English, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggle’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggle’s office at (240) 513-4601.

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

    • Residency: Akron Genl Med Center | Akron General Medical Center/NEOMED Program

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Riggle board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Riggle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Riggle speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Riggle treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Riggle 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. Riggle. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Other Vein Disorder
    • Vascular Disease
    • Specific Vein Conditions
    • Uncommon Vein Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I878: Other specified disorders of veins

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags

    Also known as:

    • History of large intestine cancer
    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Past colon cancer
    • Colorectal cancer survivor
    • Previous large bowel malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85038: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
    • Blood Clots
    • Vascular device thrombosis
    • Clot in vascular implant
    • Blood vessel graft blood clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Complication
    • AV Fistula Problem
    • Dialysis Fistula Issue
    • Mechanical AV Fistula Complication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82590A: Other mechanical complication of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Which procedures does Dr. Riggle perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Karl Riggle may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Riggle's office.

    Does Dr. Riggle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riggle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 513-4601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riggle accept in Hagerstown, MD?

    Dr. Riggle in Hagerstown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Riggle's office located?

    Dr. Karl Riggle's Primary Practice

    1110 Professional Ct Ste 101

    Hagerstown, MD 21740

    (240) 513-4601

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    Dr. Karl Riggle's Practice 2

    11110 Medical Campus Rd

    Hagerstown, MD 21742

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    Dr. Karl Riggle's Practice 3

    214 Peach Orchard Rd

    Mc Connellsburg, PA 17233

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

    Dr. Riggle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831114511.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggle?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Riggle's specialty?

    Dr. Riggle is a Surgeon near Hagerstown, MD. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Riggle to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Riggle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riggle is affiliated with Meritus Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

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    Is Karl Riggle accepting new patients in Hagerstown, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Riggle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Riggle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riggle's office at (240) 513-4601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Riggle?

    Please contact Dr. Riggle's office at (240) 513-4601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Riggle have?

    Dr. Karl Riggle is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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