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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Richter, Internist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Michael Richter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Richter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richter’s office at (206) 320-3335.
What languages does Dr. Richter speak?
Dr. Richter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Richter typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Richter typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Richter may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Richter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Richter accept my insurance?
Dr. Richter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 320-3335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Richter accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Richter in Seattle, WA 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
Cambia Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Richter's office located?
Dr. Michael Richter's Primary Practice
5350 Tallman Ave NW Ste 301
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 320-3335
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 1982068235.
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 Internist near Seattle, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Michael Richter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Richter is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish Issaquah Campus 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Michael Richter accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
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 (206) 320-3335 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 (206) 320-3335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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