EverydayHealthLogo
RL

Dr. Richard Lynton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Internist

Colusa, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lynton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Colusa, CA?

    Dr. Richard Lynton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Colusa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lynton completed his residency at Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lynton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lynton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lynton’s office at (916) 400-3000.

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

    • Residency: Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Internal Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lynton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lynton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lynton typically treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lynton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lynton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lynton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lynton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lynton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 400-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lynton accept in Colusa, CA?

    Dr. Lynton in Colusa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Lynton's office located?

    Dr. Richard Lynton's Primary Practice

    151 E Webster St Ste B

    Colusa, CA 95932

    (916) 400-3000

    Get Directions

    Dr. Richard Lynton's Practice 2

    1360 E Natoma St Ste 140

    Folsom, CA 95630

    Get Directions

    Dr. Richard Lynton's Practice 3

    3939 J St Ste 280

    Sacramento, CA 95819

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Lynton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457420978.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lynton?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Lynton's specialty?

    Dr. Lynton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Colusa, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Richard Lynton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lynton is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Richard Lynton accepting new patients in Colusa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lynton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Lynton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lynton's office at (916) 400-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Lynton?

    Please contact Dr. Lynton's office at (916) 400-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lynton's office located?

    Dr. Lynton's offices are located in Colusa, CA, Folsom, CA, and Sacramento, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lynton have?

    Dr. Richard Lynton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.