Dr. Elspeth Ritchie, MD
Washington, DC
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ritchie, Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Elspeth Ritchie, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ritchie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritchie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritchie’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ritchie speak?
Dr. Ritchie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Ritchie typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Medical Certificate Issuance
- Miscellaneous Medical Certificate
- Special Medical Note
- Other Health Clearance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0279: Encounter for issue of other medical certificate
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist like Dr. Ritchie typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elspeth Ritchie may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ritchie accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ritchie in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ritchie's office located?
What is Dr. Ritchie's NPI number?An 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 1568854149.
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. Elspeth Ritchie's specialty?
Dr. Ritchie is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist do?
A neurologist, child neurologist, or psychiatrist specializing in the care of patients with acute, chronic, or cancer-related pain provides expert treatment in both hospital and outpatient settings. Serving as either a primary physician or consultant, they deliver comprehensive care, often coordinating with other specialists to address the complex needs of these patients.
Is this Dr. Elspeth Ritchie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ritchie is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elspeth Ritchie accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Elspeth Ritchie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elspeth Ritchie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elspeth Ritchie?
Please contact Dr. Ritchie's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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