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Who is Dr. Rich, Trauma Surgeon in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Preston Rich, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Rich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rich’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rich’s office at (919) 966-8596.
Where did Dr. Rich go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Rich board certified in Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Preston Rich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rich speak?
Dr. Rich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rich treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Rich 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. Rich. 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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- SAH
- Subarachnoid Hematoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W1830XA: Fall on same level, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Nasal Bone Fracture
- Fractures
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Nose
- Nose Bone Break
- Fractured Nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Head Scrape
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Graze
- Skin Scrape on Head
- Excoriation of Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0081XA: Abrasion of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung with Blood
- Pleural Disorder
- Hemopneumothorax
- Blood and Air in Chest
- Traumatic Hemopneumothorax
ICD-10 Codes:
- S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Rich perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Preston Rich may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rich's office.
Does Dr. Rich accept my insurance?
Dr. Rich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 966-8596 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rich accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Rich in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rich's office located?
Dr. Preston Rich's Primary Practice
2801 Atlantic Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(919) 966-8596
What is Dr. Rich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346335585.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rich
What is Dr. Preston Rich's specialty?
Dr. Rich is a Trauma Surgeon near Long Beach, CA. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Rich to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Preston Rich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rich is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center. 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
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Is Preston Rich accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Preston Rich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Preston Rich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rich's office at (919) 966-8596 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Preston Rich?
Please contact Dr. Rich's office at (919) 966-8596 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Preston Rich have?
Dr. Preston Rich is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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