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Dr. Michael Richter, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richter, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Michael Richter, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Richter graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Richter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richter’s office at (713) 358-0562.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Texas A&M University

    What languages does Dr. Richter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Richter treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Richter 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. Richter. 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:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Enlarged Liver
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • Hepatomegaly
    • Swollen liver
    • Liver enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
    • R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Swollen Kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Hydronephrosis
    • Kidney Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Loss of Digestive Organ Part
    • Digestive Disease
    • Digestive Tract Removal
    • Missing Digestive Organ
    • Gastrointestinal Resection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney and Ureter Problem
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N289: Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Richter perform as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Richter may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Richter's office.

    Does Dr. Richter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 358-0562 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richter accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Richter in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Scan Health Plan

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Richter's office located?

    Dr. Michael Richter's Primary Practice

    7026 Old Katy Rd Ste 276

    Houston, TX 77024

    (713) 358-0562

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    Dr. Michael Richter's Practice 2

    16655 Southwest Fwy

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Michael Richter's Practice 3

    6565 Fannin St

    Houston, TX 77030

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

    Dr. Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780816744.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richter?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Richter's specialty?

    Dr. Richter is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Houston, TX. A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Contact Dr. Richter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Richter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richter is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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

    Where can I learn more about Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

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    Is Michael Richter accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Richter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Richter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (713) 358-0562 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Richter?

    Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (713) 358-0562 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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