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Dr. Riemer Praamsma, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Praamsma, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Riemer Praamsma, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Praamsma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Praamsma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Praamsma’s office at (505) 841-1234.

    What languages does Dr. Praamsma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Praamsma typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Praamsma 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. Praamsma. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Praamsma typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Praamsma 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. Praamsma. 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:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Does Dr. Praamsma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Praamsma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Praamsma accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Praamsma in Albuquerque, NM 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Praamsma's office located?

    Dr. Riemer Praamsma's Primary Practice

    1100 Central Ave SE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 841-1234

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

    Dr. Praamsma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336645613.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Praamsma?

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

    What is Dr. Riemer Praamsma's specialty?

    Dr. Praamsma is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Riemer Praamsma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Praamsma is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Lovelace Women's 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Riemer Praamsma accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Riemer Praamsma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Riemer Praamsma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Praamsma's office at (505) 841-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Riemer Praamsma?

    Please contact Dr. Praamsma's office at (505) 841-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Praamsma's office located?

    Dr. Praamsma's office is located in Albuquerque, NM.