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Dr. Morgan Ritz

Temple, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ritz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Temple, TX?

    Dr. Morgan Ritz is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX. Dr. Ritz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ritz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ritz’s office at (210) 358-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Ritz speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ritz 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. Ritz. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Morgan Ritz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ritz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ritz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ritz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ritz accept in Temple, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ritz's office located?

    Dr. Morgan Ritz's Primary Practice

    2401 S 31st St

    Temple, TX 76508

    (210) 358-4000

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

    Dr. Ritz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740779172.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ritz?

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

    What is Dr. Morgan Ritz's specialty?

    Dr. Ritz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Temple, TX.

    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 this Dr. Morgan Ritz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ritz is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Morgan Ritz accepting new patients in Temple, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Morgan Ritz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Morgan Ritz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ritz's office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Morgan Ritz?

    Please contact Dr. Ritz's office at (210) 358-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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