23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rickford, Surgeon in Oxon Hill, MD?
Dr. Marc Rickford, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oxon Hill, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Rickford graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Rickford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rickford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rickford’s office.
Where did Dr. Rickford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Howard University College of Medicine,Washington, Dc, United States | Howard University Program
Medical School: Howard University Medical School | Howard Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rickford speak?
Dr. Rickford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rickford treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Rickford 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. Rickford. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
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- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- BMI Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E66813: Obesity, class 3
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Gain
- Sudden weight gain
- Rapid weight increase
- Abnormal increase in weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- R635: Abnormal weight gain
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Rickford perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Rickford 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. Rickford. 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:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Does Dr. Rickford accept my insurance?
Dr. Rickford 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. Rickford accept in Oxon Hill, MD?
Dr. Rickford in Oxon Hill, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Johns Hopkins
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rickford's office located?
What is Dr. Rickford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rickford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851318885.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rickford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rickford
What is Dr. Marc Rickford's specialty?
Dr. Rickford is a Surgeon near Oxon Hill, MD. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Rickford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Marc Rickford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rickford is affiliated with UM Capital Region Medical Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center 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 Marc Rickford accepting new patients in Oxon Hill, MD?
Yes, Dr. Marc Rickford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marc Rickford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rickford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marc Rickford?
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