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Dr. Ripp Smith, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

St Augustine, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Diagnostic Radiologist in St Augustine, FL?

    Dr. Ripp Smith, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in St Augustine, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Smith completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Forest Park Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Urdu, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (954) 771-8000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Forest Park Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo

    Is Dr. Smith board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ripp Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    • Telugu

    • Thai

    • Turkish

    • Urdu

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Wall Pain
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pleurisy pain
    • Devil's grip
    • Bornholm disease
    • Pleurodynia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0781: Pleurodynia

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Smith typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Kidney Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration
    • Renal biopsy
    • Percutaneous kidney biopsy
    • Needle kidney biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
    • 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle

    Also known as:

    • Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
    • Percutaneous fluid drainage
    • Abscess drainage with imaging
    • Peritoneal fluid aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 771-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in St Augustine, FL?

    Dr. Smith in St Augustine, FL 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Attn St Johns Radiology Associates

    400 Health Park Blvd

    St Augustine, FL 32086

    (954) 771-8000

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013997956.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Ripp Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Diagnostic Radiologist near St Augustine, FL.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Ripp Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Great Plains Health, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Mosaic Life Care At St. Joseph - Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Ripp Smith accepting new patients in St Augustine, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ripp Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ripp Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (954) 771-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ripp Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (954) 771-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ripp Smith have?

    Dr. Ripp Smith is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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