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Dr. Kirsten Ricci, MD

Rockville, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ricci, Physiatrist in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Kirsten Ricci, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD. Dr. Ricci graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Program. Dr. Ricci is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ricci’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ricci’s office at (240) 826-6000.

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

    • Residency: Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ricci speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ricci typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ricci 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. Ricci. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in right lower leg
    • Right lower leg discomfort
    • Sore right lower leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79661: Pain in right lower leg

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Ricci typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ricci performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ricci. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Management
    • Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
    • Epidural Pump Refill
    • Pain Pump Evaluation
    • Drug Infusion Pump Management

    CPT Codes:

    • 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)

    Does Dr. Ricci accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ricci accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 826-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ricci accept in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Ricci in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ricci's office located?

    Dr. Kirsten Ricci's Primary Practice

    9901 Medical Center Dr

    Rockville, MD 20850

    (240) 826-6000

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

    Dr. Ricci's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326296567.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ricci?

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

    What is Dr. Kirsten Ricci's specialty?

    Dr. Ricci is a Physiatrist near Rockville, MD.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is this Dr. Kirsten Ricci affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ricci is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak 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

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    Is Kirsten Ricci accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Kirsten Ricci is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kirsten Ricci offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ricci's office at (240) 826-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kirsten Ricci?

    Please contact Dr. Ricci's office at (240) 826-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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