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Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ritchie, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ritchie is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritchie’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritchie’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Manitoba- Fac Of Med- Winnipeg- Man- Canada | University of Manitoba Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ritchie board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ritchie speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ritchie treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ritchie 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. Ritchie. 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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Ritchie perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ritchie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ritchie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ritchie accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Ritchie in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • California Foundation for Medical Care

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ritchie's office located?

    Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie's Primary Practice

    6400 Paseo del Norte NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87113

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    Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie's Practice 2

    106 Blanca Ave

    Alamosa, CO 81101

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

    Dr. Ritchie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972682078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritchie?

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

    What is Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie's specialty?

    Dr. Ritchie is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Ritchie to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ritchie is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital 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

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    Is Elin Mckinnon Ritchie accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elin Mckinnon Ritchie?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie have?

    Dr. Elin Mckinnon Ritchie is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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