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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riccardo, Family Medicine Specialist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Louis Riccardo, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Riccardo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riccardo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riccardo’s office at (423) 266-1490.
What languages does Dr. Riccardo speak?
Dr. Riccardo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riccardo typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Riccardo 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. Riccardo. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Riccardo typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Louis Riccardo may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Riccardo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Riccardo accept my insurance?
Dr. Riccardo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 266-1490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riccardo accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Riccardo in Chattanooga, TN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Riccardo's office located?
What is Dr. Riccardo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riccardo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174837397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riccardo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riccardo
What is Dr. Louis Riccardo's specialty?
Dr. Riccardo is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Louis Riccardo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riccardo is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Louis Riccardo accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Louis Riccardo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Riccardo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riccardo's office at (423) 266-1490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Riccardo?
Please contact Dr. Riccardo's office at (423) 266-1490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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