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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rickert, Neurosurgeon in Sayre, PA?
Dr. Kim Rickert, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Sayre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rickert completed her residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Rickert is fluent in English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rickert’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rickert’s office at (570) 887-2239.
Where did Dr. Rickert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Neurological Surgery
Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions
What languages does Dr. Rickert speak?
Dr. Rickert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
Spanish
Tamil
Telugu
Urdu
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Rickert treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rickert 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. Rickert. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Wedge Compression Fracture of First Lumbar Vertebra
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Compressed L1 fracture
- First lumbar compression fracture
- Broken L1 bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32010A: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S32010D: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Spine Fracture
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Back
- Vertebral Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Compression Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S22080A: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Does Dr. Rickert accept my insurance?
Dr. Rickert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 887-2239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rickert accept in Sayre, PA?
Dr. Rickert in Sayre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
HealthNow New York
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Rickert's office located?
What is Dr. Rickert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rickert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235296591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rickert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rickert
What is Dr. Kim Rickert's specialty?
Dr. Rickert is a Neurosurgeon near Sayre, PA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Rickert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kim Rickert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rickert is affiliated with Guthrie Robert Packer 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 Kim Rickert accepting new patients in Sayre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kim Rickert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kim Rickert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rickert's office at (570) 887-2239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kim Rickert?
Please contact Dr. Rickert's office at (570) 887-2239 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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