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Dr. Sergio Riffel, MD
Chico, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riffel, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Chico, CA?
Dr. Sergio Riffel, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Chico, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Riffel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riffel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riffel’s office at (530) 342-4395.
What languages does Dr. Riffel speak?
Dr. Riffel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Riffel typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Riffel 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. Riffel. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Riffel typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Sergio Riffel may include:
Please contact Dr. Riffel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Riffel accept my insurance?
Dr. Riffel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 342-4395 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riffel accept in Chico, CA?
Dr. Riffel in Chico, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Riffel's office located?
What is Dr. Riffel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riffel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619018066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riffel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riffel
What is Dr. Sergio Riffel's specialty?
Dr. Riffel is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Chico, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Sergio Riffel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riffel is affiliated with Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sergio Riffel accepting new patients in Chico, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sergio Riffel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sergio Riffel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riffel's office at (530) 342-4395 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sergio Riffel?
Please contact Dr. Riffel's office at (530) 342-4395 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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