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Dr. Richard Actis, MD

Anesthesiologist

Bellingham, WA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Actis, Anesthesiologist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Richard Actis, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Actis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Actis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Actis’s office at (360) 647-3377.

    What languages does Dr. Actis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Actis typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Actis 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. Actis. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Actis typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Actis 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. Actis. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Actis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Actis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 647-3377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Actis accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Actis in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Actis' office located?

    Dr. Richard Actis' Primary Practice

    909 Squalicum Way Ste 102

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (360) 647-3377

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    Box 356540

    1959 NE Pacific St # 1469

    Seattle, WA 98195

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    What hospitals are Dr. Actis affiliated with?

    Dr. Actis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center,Bellingham, WA
    Skagit Valley Hospital,Mount Vernon, WA

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

    Dr. Actis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730422890.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Actis?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Actis's specialty?

    Dr. Actis is an Anesthesiologist near Bellingham, WA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    No, Dr. Actis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center, Skagit Valley Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Richard Actis accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Actis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Actis' office at (360) 647-3377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Actis' office at (360) 647-3377 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Actis' office located?

    Dr. Actis' offices are located in Bellingham, WA and Seattle, WA.