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Dr. Kirsten Ritchie, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bradenton, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ritchie, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bradenton, FL?

    Dr. Kirsten Ritchie, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bradenton, FL. Dr. Ritchie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritchie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritchie’s office at (941) 792-6611.

    What languages does Dr. Ritchie speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirsten Ritchie may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ritchie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ritchie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 792-6611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ritchie accept in Bradenton, FL?

    Dr. Ritchie in Bradenton, FL 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independent Health Association

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Ritchie's office located?

    Dr. Kirsten Ritchie's Primary Practice

    2020 59th St W

    Bradenton, FL 34209

    (941) 792-6611

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

    Dr. Ritchie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588907620.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritchie?

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

    What is Dr. Kirsten Ritchie's specialty?

    Dr. Ritchie is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bradenton, FL.

    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. Kirsten Ritchie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ritchie is affiliated with Hca Florida Blake Hospital, Tampa General Hospital, Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Kirsten Ritchie accepting new patients in Bradenton, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Kirsten Ritchie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office at (941) 792-6611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kirsten Ritchie?

    Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office at (941) 792-6611 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ritchie's office located?

    Dr. Ritchie's office is located in Bradenton, FL.