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Dr. Russell Risma, MD
Aurora, CO
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Risma, Family Medicine Specialist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Russell Risma, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Risma completed his residency at Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine; Interfaith Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Risma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Risma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Risma’s office at (954) 213-6251.
Where did Dr. Risma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Jewish Hosp Of Cincinnati, Internal Medicine; Interfaith Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines
What languages does Dr. Risma speak?
Dr. Risma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Risma typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Risma 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. Risma. 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:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Buttock Sore
- Persistent Buttock Wound
- Dermal Ulcer on Buttock
- Open Sore on Buttock
- Skin Wound on Buttock
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
- L98412: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with fat layer exposed
- L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
- L89894: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 4
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Risma typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Risma 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. Risma. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Risma accept my insurance?
Dr. Risma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 213-6251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Risma accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Risma in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Risma's office located?
Dr. Russell Risma's Primary Practice
3190 S Vaughn Way Ste 550
Aurora, CO 80014
(954) 213-6251
What is Dr. Risma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Risma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104963842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Risma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Risma
What is Dr. Russell Risma's specialty?
Dr. Risma is a Family Medicine Specialist near Aurora, CO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Russell Risma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Risma is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Russell Risma accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Russell Risma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Risma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Risma's office at (954) 213-6251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Risma?
Please contact Dr. Risma's office at (954) 213-6251 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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