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Dr. Michael Riker, MD
Knoxville, TN
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Riker, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Michael Riker, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Riker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riker’s office.
What languages does Dr. Riker speak?
Dr. Riker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Riker treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Riker 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. Riker. 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.
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, 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:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- 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
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lobar Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Lung Lobe Infection
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Severe Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Which procedures does Dr. Riker perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Riker may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Riker's office.
Does Dr. Riker accept my insurance?
Dr. Riker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riker accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Riker in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
UnitedHealthcare
Wausau Insurance
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Where is Dr. Riker's office located?
What is Dr. Riker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760505622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riker
What is Dr. Michael Riker's specialty?
Dr. Riker is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Knoxville, TN. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Riker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Riker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Riker 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Michael Riker accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Michael Riker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Riker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Riker?
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2018 Clinch Ave
Knoxville, TN 37916